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RA55 LRE

2006 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

30,190 mi
Last recorded30,190 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Suzuki GS50015,703 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA55 LRE
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 30,190 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play Slight rumble (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Fail 9 Feb 2026 30,190 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play Slight rumble (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 17 Jan 2025 30,028 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2024 29,712 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 28,883 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 28,191 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front/Rear tyres have minor cuts

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

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2018 26,941 miles

Front / Rear tyres have minor cuts

Nearside Front Motorcycle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Sep 2018 26,901 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2017 25,976 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 14 Jul 2016 17,765 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2014 15,795 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 15,274 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 14,937 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 14,339 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 13,001 miles
Fail 11 May 2010 13,001 miles

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

Pass 29 Dec 2008 6,644 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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RA55 LRE is a 2006 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2006 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 15,703 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 RA55 LRE, 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 20 years old, this Suzuki GS500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was RA55 LRE registered?

RA55 LRE is a 2006 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 12 January 2006.

Is RA55 LRE safe to buy?

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