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CT55 FON

2005 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2024
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

15,366 mi
Last recorded15,366 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2023
Typical for 2005 Suzuki GS50016,280 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCT55 FON
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2023 15,366 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 16 Dec 2021 14,528 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Jul 2021 13,674 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2021 13,674 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Aug 2020 13,086 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 13,082 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2019 13,081 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Sep 2018 12,793 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2018 12,793 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid not visible (1.1.10 (d) (iii))

Pass 17 Jul 2017 12,455 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 11,979 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 11,500 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2014 10,681 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 29 Jul 2014 10,681 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 9,474 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 7,770 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2011 2,262 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2011 2,262 miles

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

Centre Rear Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 22 Jun 2010 178 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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CT55 FON is a 2005 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 CT55 FON, 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 CT55 FON registered?

CT55 FON is a 2005 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 17 December 2005.

Is CT55 FON safe to buy?

The MOT history for CT55 FON shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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