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FP54 ZCX

2005 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

32,246 mi
Last recorded32,246 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Suzuki GS50016,280 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP54 ZCX
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 32,246 miles

Front Forks slightly corroded (2.2.2 (d) (i))

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 Also slight fluctuation. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 3 Apr 2026 32,246 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Forks slightly corroded (2.2.2 (d) (i))

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 Also slight fluctuation. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 30 Jun 2022 32,209 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2022 32,209 miles

Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear suspension arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 May 2021 30,645 miles
Fail 11 May 2021 30,645 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2020 30,390 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Pass 6 Jun 2018 30,225 miles

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

Fail 2 Jun 2018 30,225 miles

Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Pass 24 May 2017 27,854 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 26,438 miles
Fail 31 May 2016 26,438 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2015 25,544 miles
Fail 29 May 2015 25,544 miles

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

Fail 10 Feb 2014 25,518 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 10 Feb 2014 25,518 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 25,331 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 23,315 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 22,438 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2009 19,461 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2008 10,263 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 22 Jan 2008 10,263 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
Full Suzuki GS500 reliability report

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FP54 ZCX 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 63.6%.

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 FP54 ZCX, 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 FP54 ZCX registered?

FP54 ZCX is a 2005 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 25 January 2005.

Is FP54 ZCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP54 ZCX shows 22 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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