MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
892 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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front forks feel very hard
Offside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
front forks feel very hard
lights in speedo not working
Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Front Position lamp missing (4.2.1 (a))
Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Rear Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))
Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))
Chain guard missing ()
Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))
Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))
Offside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)
Centre Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Steering control handlebar movement restricted by trapped cables (2.1.2c)
Centre Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)
Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)
Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)
Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)
Nail in rear tyre
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)
Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)
How Reliable is the Suzuki GS500?
Based on 55,003 MOT tests across 6,013 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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V204 ERA is a 2000 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.
Across all 2000 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 23,788 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 V204 ERA, 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 26 years old, this Suzuki GS500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was V204 ERA registered?
V204 ERA is a 2000 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 6 January 2000.
Is V204 ERA safe to buy?
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