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WP56 LMY

2006 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

8,738 mi
Last recorded8,738 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2025
Typical for 2006 Suzuki GS50015,703 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP56 LMY
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2025 8,738 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Apr 2024 7,466 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

main beam tell tale

Fail 15 Apr 2024 7,466 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

main beam tell tale

Pass 27 Apr 2023 6,524 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2020 6,412 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2019 5,078 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2019 5,071 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Brake hose connection leaking At master cylinder (1.1.12 (c)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Jul 2018 4,722 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 4,295 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 9 Jul 2016 3,832 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 3,402 miles

A couple of small oil leaks

Pass 21 May 2014 3,139 miles

Corrosioin pitting on front fork stanctions

Fail 20 May 2014 3,137 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Corrosioin pitting on front fork stanctions

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 26 Apr 2013 2,948 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2012 2,631 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 2,274 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 1,737 miles

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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WP56 LMY is a 2006 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2006 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 15,703 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 WP56 LMY, 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 20 years old, this Suzuki GS500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was WP56 LMY registered?

WP56 LMY is a 2006 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 29 December 2006.

Is WP56 LMY safe to buy?

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