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BP05 EXD

2005 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2025
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

59,764 mi
Last recorded59,764 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2024
Typical for 2005 Suzuki GS50016,280 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP05 EXD
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2024 59,764 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2022 58,773 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2021 56,227 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak at the front

Pass 28 Nov 2020 53,880 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front brake graunchy to operate

Oil leak at the front

Pass 1 Jul 2019 50,482 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Oil leak at the front

Fail 1 Jul 2019 50,482 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Oil leak at the front

Motorcycle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii))

Fail 18 Jun 2019 50,385 miles

Motorcycle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Hole in the swinging arm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Oil leak at the front

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Rear shock needs cleaning (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 18 Jun 2019 50,385 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Swinging arm rusty (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak at the front

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Rear shock needs cleaning (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Jul 2018 47,761 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front tyre starting to perish

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Swinging arm rusty (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak at the front

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Rear shock needs cleaning (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Jun 2017 43,725 miles

Front Oil leak ()

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded rear swing arm (6.1.1a)

Pass 23 Jun 2016 38,702 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 33,704 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2015 33,704 miles

Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 19 Jun 2014 28,760 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

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

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 19 Jun 2014 28,760 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

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

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 18 Jul 2013 24,247 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2013 24,247 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 31 May 2012 19,196 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 12,376 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 11,055 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 9,273 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 8,915 miles

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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BP05 EXD is a 2005 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 BP05 EXD, 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 BP05 EXD registered?

BP05 EXD is a 2005 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 23 July 2005.

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