MOT Status
ValidMileage
44,459 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))
Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Both (5.3.2 (b))
Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))
Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))
Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced swingarm (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)
Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)
Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Fuel hose leaking (7.2.1a)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
front tyre stepped
nail in rear tyre
Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)
Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
front tyre stepped
nail in rear tyre
How Reliable is the Suzuki Gs 500 K5?
Based on 1,714 MOT tests across 159 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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YN05 VPM is a 2005 Suzuki Gs 500 K5 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.
Across all 2005 Suzuki Gs 500 K5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 16,613 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 YN05 VPM, 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 21 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 YN05 VPM registered?
YN05 VPM is a 2005 Suzuki Gs 500 K5, first registered on 1 May 2005.
Is YN05 VPM safe to buy?
The MOT history for YN05 VPM shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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