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YJ54 GUD

2004 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

23,199 mi
Last recorded23,199 miles
Recorded on20 May 2025
Typical for 2004 Suzuki GS50015,962 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ54 GUD
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 May 2025 23,199 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2023 23,193 miles
Pass 11 May 2021 23,189 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 14 Jun 2019 23,094 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2019 23,092 miles

Rear Brake master cylinder insecure (1.1.10 (c))

Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Registration plate slightly loose (0.1 (a))

oil leak on offside of engine

Pass 15 Jun 2018 22,736 miles

Engine mounting/bracket damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2017 22,553 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2017 22,547 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 18 Feb 2016 22,198 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 21,574 miles

Chain in poor condition.

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 6 Mar 2014 19,164 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Fail 6 Mar 2014 19,164 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Fail 1 Oct 2012 18,786 miles

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly distorted (6.1.1a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 1 Oct 2012 18,786 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly distorted (6.1.1a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 14 Sep 2011 11,243 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 25 Sep 2010 8,602 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 19 Sep 2008 8,091 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 27 Sep 2007 7,672 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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YJ54 GUD is a 2004 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 YJ54 GUD, 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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YJ54 GUD is a 2004 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 1 September 2004.

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