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EU05 XVB

2005 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

47,511 mi
Last recorded47,511 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki GS50016,280 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU05 XVB
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2025 47,511 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2024 46,138 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2023 45,282 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

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

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 1 Jun 2022 43,972 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 42,455 miles

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

Fail 10 Jun 2021 42,455 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 9 Jun 2020 40,712 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2020 40,712 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 7 Jun 2019 40,140 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 37,789 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 34,899 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 32,076 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 27,860 miles

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

handle bars slightly bent

Pass 16 Jun 2014 23,484 miles

Centre stand bolt loose

Handle bar slightly bent, no signs of weakness

Pass 12 Jun 2013 20,568 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2012 14,784 miles

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

Fail 10 Jun 2011 8,922 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Offside Front Upper Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

Offside Front Upper Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 10 Jun 2011 8,922 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Offside Front Upper Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 3 Jun 2010 7,669 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2010 7,665 miles

Front Brake pipe union leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Pass 24 Aug 2009 7,611 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 6,690 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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EU05 XVB 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 81.8%.

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 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 EU05 XVB, 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 EU05 XVB registered?

EU05 XVB is a 2005 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 12 July 2005.

Is EU05 XVB safe to buy?

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