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SP55 SJO

2005 Suzuki GS500F

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2024
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

17,414 mi
Last recorded17,414 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Suzuki GS500F11,631 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP55 SJO
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500F
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc
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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Fail 15 May 2026 17,414 miles

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

Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened Holed in center near rear shock absorber (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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))

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

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

Rear Brake hose routing close to exhaust

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 3 Oct 2023 15,308 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2021 15,258 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 14,711 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 14,016 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Offside Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 15 Jul 2014 12,918 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 11,535 miles

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

Fail 16 Jul 2013 11,531 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 29 Mar 2012 11,489 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2011 10,953 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2009 10,130 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Fail 24 Oct 2009 10,130 miles

Headlamp incorrect colour (1.2.1)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 21 Oct 2008 7,209 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

rear brake pedal travel

How Reliable is the Suzuki GS500F?

Based on 2,782 MOT tests across 296 vehicles.

84.0%
Pass Rate
820
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
296
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 50
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 41
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 29
Drive chain excessively loose 25
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 22
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SP55 SJO is a 2005 Suzuki GS500F in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki GS500F models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 11,631 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 GS500F fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 50 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SP55 SJO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GS500F typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Suzuki GS500F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SP55 SJO registered?

SP55 SJO is a 2005 Suzuki GS500F, first registered on 1 September 2005.

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