MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
18,541 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Drive chain worn to excess No adjustment left on chain adjusters. (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Front Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play Headbearings notchy when front wheel raised. (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Front Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Corrosion on front of frame. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Corrosion on swingarm. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements Stop lamp goes out with full pressure on foot pedal. (4.3.2 (a) (i))
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Motorcycle structure slightly corroded Surface corrosion on swingarm, front of frame, footrests and rear suspension linkage. (6.1.1a)
Rear Drive chain slightly loose Drive chain at maximum adjustment. (6.2.1d)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Motorcycle structure slightly corroded Surface corrosion on swingarm, front of frame, footrests and rear suspension linkage. (6.1.1a)
Rear Drive chain slightly loose Drive chain at maximum adjustment. (6.2.1d)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)
Centre Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.6)
How Reliable is the Suzuki Gs 500 FK5?
Based on 2,076 MOT tests across 190 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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BF06 XBP is a 2006 Suzuki Gs 500 FK5 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.
Across all 2006 Suzuki Gs 500 FK5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 13,194 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
The most common reason a Suzuki Gs 500 FK5 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 36 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BF06 XBP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Suzuki Gs 500 FK5 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 20 years old, this Suzuki Gs 500 FK5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was BF06 XBP registered?
BF06 XBP is a 2006 Suzuki Gs 500 FK5, first registered on 20 March 2006.
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