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BF56 VVW

2006 Suzuki Gs 500 FK5

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

22,432 mi
Last recorded22,432 miles
Recorded on31 May 2025
Typical for 2006 Suzuki Gs 500 FK513,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF56 VVW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGs 500 FK5
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc
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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 May 2025 22,432 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 31 May 2025 22,432 miles

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2017 21,940 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2017 21,940 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 5 Nov 2016 17,749 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 16,091 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 14,982 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 11,700 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 11,652 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 11,148 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 9 Sep 2010 9,456 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 7,618 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2009 7,618 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gs 500 FK5?

Based on 2,076 MOT tests across 190 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
975
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
190
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 36
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 29
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 20
Drive chain excessively loose 15
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 12
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BF56 VVW is a 2006 Suzuki Gs 500 FK5 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 FK5 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 36 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BF56 VVW, 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 BF56 VVW registered?

BF56 VVW is a 2006 Suzuki Gs 500 FK5, first registered on 9 September 2006.

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