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YN05 VPM

2005 Suzuki Gs 500 K5

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

44,459 mi
Last recorded44,459 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Gs 500 K516,613 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN05 VPM
MakeSuzuki
ModelGs 500 K5
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 44,459 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2025 43,533 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Both (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Sep 2022 42,872 miles

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))

Pass 23 Mar 2021 39,228 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2019 39,173 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 38,691 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 29,258 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2013 29,258 miles

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)

Pass 1 Jun 2012 22,645 miles

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

Fail 1 Jun 2012 22,645 miles

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))

Pass 26 Feb 2011 15,281 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2011 15,281 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.1a)

Pass 6 May 2009 13,275 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

front tyre stepped

nail in rear tyre

Fail 1 May 2009 13,273 miles

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.

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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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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YN05 VPM is a 2005 Suzuki Gs 500 K5, first registered on 1 May 2005.

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