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WR56 UEX

2006 Suzuki Gs 500 K5

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2022
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

36,414 mi
Last recorded36,414 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2022
Typical for 2006 Suzuki Gs 500 K519,353 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR56 UEX
MakeSuzuki
ModelGs 500 K5
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Fail 17 Jun 2022 36,414 miles

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

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jun 2021 31,028 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2021 31,022 miles

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

Offside Front Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Jun 2020 29,387 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 26,930 miles
Fail 7 May 2019 26,930 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Apr 2018 19,954 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 19,454 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 13 Feb 2016 18,595 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2016 18,595 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 27 Feb 2015 17,249 miles

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Pass 1 Apr 2014 16,560 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2014 16,560 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2013 15,511 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Mar 2013 15,511 miles

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

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

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 16 Feb 2012 14,537 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 13,611 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Feb 2010 12,381 miles

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

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gs 500 K5?

Based on 1,714 MOT tests across 159 vehicles.

83.8%
Pass Rate
1,188
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
159
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 28
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 15
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 11
Drive chain worn to excess 9
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 8
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WR56 UEX is a 2006 Suzuki Gs 500 K5 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2006 Suzuki Gs 500 K5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 19,353 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 Gs 500 K5 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WR56 UEX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gs 500 K5 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 20 years old, this Suzuki Gs 500 K5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WR56 UEX registered?

WR56 UEX is a 2006 Suzuki Gs 500 K5, first registered on 29 December 2006.

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