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WM04 TZU

2004 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2022
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

36,875 mi
Last recorded36,875 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2021
Typical for 2004 Suzuki GS50015,962 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM04 TZU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2021 36,875 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2020 36,847 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 May 2019 36,640 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 36,459 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 17 May 2017 34,198 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Seized Links In Drive Chain

Fail 19 Nov 2016 33,002 miles

Front Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear Lower Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)

Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure cracking in tread (4.1.2a(ii))

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

fork stantions slightly scored

Pass 10 Nov 2015 30,531 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2015 30,522 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 26 Jul 2012 25,553 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 12 Aug 2011 22,349 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2010 19,363 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 16,191 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2009 16,186 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)

Registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Pass 29 Jul 2008 13,329 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 27 Jul 2007 10,721 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2007 10,721 miles

Rear Brake component worn and seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Front Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

How Reliable is the Suzuki GS500?

Based on 55,003 MOT tests across 6,013 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
1,009
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
6,013
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,184
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 915
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 875
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 515
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 471
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WM04 TZU is a 2004 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2004 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 15,962 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Suzuki GS500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 1,184 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WM04 TZU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GS500 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 22 years old, this Suzuki GS500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was WM04 TZU registered?

WM04 TZU is a 2004 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 19 August 2004.

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