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HX05 DJO

2005 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2021
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

7,897 mi
Last recorded7,897 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2020
Typical for 2005 Suzuki GS50016,280 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX05 DJO
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2020 7,897 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 7,891 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 7,315 miles

advise swing arm rusty

Fail 12 Feb 2016 7,315 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

advise swing arm rusty

Pass 21 May 2014 6,725 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2013 5,852 miles

front tyre perished and split

light corrosion on drive chain

slight bind to front brake

Pass 10 Aug 2011 5,668 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 9 Aug 2011 5,668 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 18 Jul 2010 5,104 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2009 4,761 miles

rear brake travel

Fail 19 Jan 2009 4,761 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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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HX05 DJO is a 2005 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 HX05 DJO, 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 HX05 DJO registered?

HX05 DJO is a 2005 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 14 May 2005.

Is HX05 DJO safe to buy?

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