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GN07 RAU

2007 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

36,220 mi
Last recorded36,220 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 2007 Suzuki GS50016,513 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN07 RAU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 36,220 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2024 35,579 miles

Both Tyres perished

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

Front Mudguard insecure ()

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

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Swing arm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Clamps from fuel hoses at fuel tap missing

Pass 19 May 2023 35,528 miles

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

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

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Underside of swingarm. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 8 May 2023 35,524 miles

Front Motorcycle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Engine cradle. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Underside of swingarm. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 May 2021 33,977 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2020 32,357 miles

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

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 20 May 2019 30,007 miles

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

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 22 May 2018 28,142 miles

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

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

Pass 15 May 2017 24,639 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 20,890 miles

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

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

tape on headlamp to cover kick up to offside

Fail 21 May 2016 20,890 miles

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

Front Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

tape on headlamp to cover kick up to offside

Pass 22 May 2015 14,705 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

tape on headlamp to cover kick up to offside

Fail 22 May 2015 14,705 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.1)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

tape on headlamp to cover kick up to offside

Pass 20 Aug 2014 10,219 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

tape on headlamp to cover kick up to offside

Pass 9 Apr 2013 10,210 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 10,087 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 9,643 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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GN07 RAU is a 2007 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2007 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 16,513 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 GN07 RAU, 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 19 years old, this Suzuki GS500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GN07 RAU registered?

GN07 RAU is a 2007 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 6 June 2007.

Is GN07 RAU safe to buy?

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