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LX57 FAU

2008 Suzuki Gs 500 K7

Grey Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

54,742 mi
Last recorded54,742 miles
Recorded on27 May 2022
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Gs 500 K719,392 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX57 FAU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGs 500 K7
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc
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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 May 2022 54,742 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 4 Jun 2021 52,537 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Handlebar corroded but not to excess (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable bent (2.2.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Apr 2020 51,746 miles

Front Suspension damaged but not seriously weakened both dust seals (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Apr 2019 49,006 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2019 49,006 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 24 Apr 2018 46,500 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit approx. 2mm (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 2 Mar 2017 43,182 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2017 43,182 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2016 38,919 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 37,390 miles

rear tyre getting low

Pass 14 Jan 2014 36,540 miles

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

Rear Plate brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.B1b)

Pass 22 Jan 2013 34,348 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2012 31,389 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 18 Jan 2012 31,389 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 21 Jan 2011 21,093 miles

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

Fail 21 Jan 2011 21,093 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gs 500 K7?

Based on 1,659 MOT tests across 159 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
1,629
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
159
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 31
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 27
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 13
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 12
Drive chain excessively loose 8
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LX57 FAU is a 2008 Suzuki Gs 500 K7 in Grey with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki Gs 500 K7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 19,392 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 Gs 500 K7 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 31 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LX57 FAU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gs 500 K7 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Suzuki Gs 500 K7 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LX57 FAU registered?

LX57 FAU is a 2008 Suzuki Gs 500 K7, first registered on 1 February 2008.

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