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CU05 JCV

2005 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

13,261 mi
Last recorded13,261 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Suzuki GS50016,280 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU05 JCV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 13,261 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil fork seal (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect due to seal on forks (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 30 Apr 2026 13,262 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil fork seal (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect due to seal on forks (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Apr 2025 13,190 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Mar 2024 12,986 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2023 12,973 miles
Pass 7 May 2022 12,975 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2015 12,944 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake component is excessively corroded (3.1.5)

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 21 Mar 2014 11,973 miles

front brake pad slightly corroded

Fail 14 Mar 2014 11,973 miles

Nearside Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

front brake pad slightly corroded

Pass 5 Mar 2013 10,705 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 8 Mar 2012 9,569 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 7,570 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2011 7,507 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2010 5,126 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 5,092 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 2,570 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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CU05 JCV is a 2005 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 CU05 JCV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CU05 JCV registered?

CU05 JCV is a 2005 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 15 July 2005.

Is CU05 JCV safe to buy?

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