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BK05 UMH

2005 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

31,171 mi
Last recorded31,171 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2016
Typical for 2005 Suzuki GS50016,280 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK05 UMH
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2016 31,171 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2016 31,171 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies front brake switch not working (1.3.1a)

Pass 17 Mar 2015 21,407 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 29 May 2014 21,306 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 29 May 2014 21,296 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 25 May 2013 19,076 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Pass 28 Apr 2012 16,340 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 26 Apr 2011 13,939 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Fail 23 Apr 2011 13,939 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 4 May 2010 13,509 miles

Cracking on rear tyre wall

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

cracking on front tyre wall

Pass 11 Apr 2009 12,802 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 12,133 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2008 12,133 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

How Reliable is the Suzuki GS500?

Based on 55,003 MOT tests across 6,013 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
1,009
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
6,013
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,184
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 915
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 875
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 515
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 471
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BK05 UMH is a 2005 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 16,280 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 GS500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 1,184 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BK05 UMH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GS500 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 21 years old, this Suzuki GS500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BK05 UMH registered?

BK05 UMH is a 2005 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 18 March 2005.

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