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YC06 AFE

2006 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

40,692 mi
Last recorded40,692 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Suzuki GS50015,703 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC06 AFE
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 40,692 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2024 40,140 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2022 39,028 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2018 38,055 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2017 35,092 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 34,906 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

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

Rear Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Rear rear number plate slightly damaged

Pass 3 Jun 2015 33,182 miles

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

Fail 29 May 2015 33,812 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

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

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

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

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 2 May 2014 29,794 miles

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

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

Pass 3 May 2013 28,252 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2012 23,626 miles
Fail 9 May 2012 23,666 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2011 17,666 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 11,618 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 9,118 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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YC06 AFE is a 2006 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 YC06 AFE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YC06 AFE registered?

YC06 AFE is a 2006 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 4 May 2006.

Is YC06 AFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC06 AFE shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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