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FY57 HNX

2008 Suzuki GS500F

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2026
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

25,503 mi
Last recorded25,503 miles
Recorded on10 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki GS500F13,711 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY57 HNX
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500F
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 May 2025 25,503 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2024 25,411 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2022 22,423 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2021 21,234 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2021 21,234 miles

Central Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 May 2019 18,053 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 May 2018 16,559 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 May 2017 15,638 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 13 May 2017 15,638 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Fail 5 May 2017 15,629 miles

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

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 23 Apr 2016 13,936 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 1 May 2015 13,262 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 16 May 2014 11,437 miles

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

Nail in rear tyre

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 10 Apr 2013 6,960 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2012 2,973 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 25 Feb 2012 2,973 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2011 1,256 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 26 Feb 2011 1,256 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GS500F?

Based on 2,782 MOT tests across 296 vehicles.

84.0%
Pass Rate
820
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
296
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 50
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 41
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 29
Drive chain excessively loose 25
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 22
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FY57 HNX is a 2008 Suzuki GS500F in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki GS500F models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 13,711 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 GS500F fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 50 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FY57 HNX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GS500F typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 18 years old, this Suzuki GS500F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FY57 HNX?

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What year was FY57 HNX registered?

FY57 HNX is a 2008 Suzuki GS500F, first registered on 11 January 2008.

Is FY57 HNX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY57 HNX shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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