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LJ05 HKM

2005 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2014
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

34,628 mi
Last recorded34,628 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2013
Typical for 2005 Suzuki GS50016,280 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ05 HKM
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2013 34,628 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fail 13 Jun 2012 30,209 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Pass 13 Jun 2012 30,209 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Pass 14 Jun 2011 23,257 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2011 23,257 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 4 Jun 2010 14,315 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 28 May 2009 11,837 miles

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

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 28 May 2009 11,837 miles

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 14 May 2008 9,230 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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LJ05 HKM is a 2005 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 LJ05 HKM, 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 LJ05 HKM registered?

LJ05 HKM is a 2005 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 20 April 2005.

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