MOT Status
ValidMileage
54,927 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Front brake lever slightly notchy and would benefit from lubricating
Front tyre heavily perished and would benefit from replacement
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
front tyre side walls cracking
Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Both (5.3.2 (b))
Front Tyre Cracking In Side Wall, No Cord Exposed
Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Swingarm (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)
Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)
Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)
How Reliable is the Suzuki GS500?
Based on 55,003 MOT tests across 6,013 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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BT56 FOK is a 2006 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.
Across all 2006 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 15,703 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
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 BT56 FOK, 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 20 years old, this Suzuki GS500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was BT56 FOK registered?
BT56 FOK is a 2006 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 28 December 2006.
Is BT56 FOK safe to buy?
The MOT history for BT56 FOK shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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