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YA04 VAU

2004 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

16,726 mi
Last recorded16,726 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 Suzuki GS50015,962 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA04 VAU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 16,726 miles

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

Fail 24 Jul 2026 16,719 miles

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

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 26 Nov 2022 15,961 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive a few dead links (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2021 15,789 miles

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 4 Dec 2021 15,783 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 21 Nov 2020 15,446 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2019 12,658 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 12,559 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2016 12,559 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 11 Aug 2015 12,456 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2015 12,456 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 7 Aug 2014 12,111 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 11,420 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 10,603 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 9,830 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2011 9,830 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2010 8,281 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2010 8,281 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 11 Jul 2009 6,712 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 5,067 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 3,923 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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YA04 VAU is a 2004 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 YA04 VAU, 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 YA04 VAU registered?

YA04 VAU is a 2004 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 10 July 2004.

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