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WV06 HYG

2006 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2018
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

47,285 mi
Last recorded47,285 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2017
Typical for 2006 Suzuki GS50015,703 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV06 HYG
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2017 47,285 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 17 Jun 2016 39,331 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Pass 5 May 2015 34,204 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Apr 2015 34,200 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2014 28,061 miles

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

Fail 28 Apr 2014 28,052 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 24 Apr 2013 22,453 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2012 20,438 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 4 May 2010 19,758 miles

FRONT FORK LEGS ARE RUSTY AT TOP OF TRAVEL

Fail 4 May 2010 19,758 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

FRONT FORK LEGS ARE RUSTY AT TOP OF TRAVEL

Fail 3 Apr 2009 17,987 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 3 Apr 2009 17,987 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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WV06 HYG is a 2006 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 WV06 HYG, 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 WV06 HYG registered?

WV06 HYG is a 2006 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 24 March 2006.

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