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YK06 ZVL

2006 Suzuki Gs 500 K5

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2015
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

38,708 mi
Last recorded38,708 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2014
Typical for 2006 Suzuki Gs 500 K519,353 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK06 ZVL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGs 500 K5
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc
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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2014 38,708 miles

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

Handlebars slightly bent

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

Pass 28 Feb 2013 34,560 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

nearside rear body panel broken

Fail 28 Feb 2013 34,560 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

nearside rear body panel broken

Pass 15 May 2012 33,366 miles
Fail 27 May 2011 30,845 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2011 30,845 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 28,275 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2010 28,275 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 8 Apr 2009 24,098 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2009 24,098 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

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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YK06 ZVL is a 2006 Suzuki Gs 500 K5 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 YK06 ZVL, 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 YK06 ZVL registered?

YK06 ZVL is a 2006 Suzuki Gs 500 K5, first registered on 20 March 2006.

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