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WP56 LMX

2006 Suzuki GS500F

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2016
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

17,372 mi
Last recorded17,372 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2015
Typical for 2006 Suzuki GS500F8,973 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP56 LMX
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500F
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2015 17,372 miles

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Upper Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

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

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 31 Jan 2014 16,353 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

throttle returns slowly

Pass 25 Jan 2013 15,935 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Fail 25 Jan 2013 15,935 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 30 Jan 2012 15,123 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Lower Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

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

Fail 28 Jan 2012 15,123 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Lower Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

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

Pass 1 Feb 2011 10,853 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2009 7,473 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2009 7,470 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

How Reliable is the Suzuki GS500F?

Based on 2,782 MOT tests across 296 vehicles.

84.0%
Pass Rate
820
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
296
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 50
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 41
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 29
Drive chain excessively loose 25
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 22
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WP56 LMX is a 2006 Suzuki GS500F in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2006 Suzuki GS500F models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 8,973 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 GS500F fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 50 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WP56 LMX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GS500F typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 20 years old, this Suzuki GS500F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WP56 LMX registered?

WP56 LMX is a 2006 Suzuki GS500F, first registered on 29 December 2006.

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