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KE57 BGY

2007 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Aug 2026
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

18,047 mi
Last recorded18,047 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 2007 Suzuki GS50016,513 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE57 BGY
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 18,047 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2024 17,944 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2024 17,944 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Aug 2023 17,901 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 2 Aug 2023 17,901 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 17 Aug 2022 17,513 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Fail 17 Aug 2022 17,513 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Apr 2021 17,394 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 17,367 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2017 17,367 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 15 Mar 2016 16,279 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2013 14,081 miles

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

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

main beam switch stiff

osf grip loose

Fail 11 Nov 2013 14,081 miles

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

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

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

main beam switch stiff

osf grip loose

Pass 12 Oct 2012 11,665 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2012 11,665 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 3 Oct 2011 9,154 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 6,751 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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KE57 BGY 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 64.7%.

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 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 KE57 BGY, 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 KE57 BGY registered?

KE57 BGY is a 2007 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 8 September 2007.

Is KE57 BGY safe to buy?

The MOT history for KE57 BGY shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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