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WX04 FDV

2004 Suzuki GS500F

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

14,042 mi
Last recorded14,042 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2023
Typical for 2004 Suzuki GS500F11,048 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX04 FDV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500F
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2023 14,042 miles

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

MAIN AND SIDE STANDS GETTING TIGHT

REAR CHAIN SPROCKET WORN

Pass 25 Aug 2022 14,035 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Fail 23 Aug 2022 14,029 miles

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

Front Brake lagging in operation lever sticking (1.2.1 (d))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls front lever switch not working (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Aug 2021 13,691 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 12,951 miles

front shock absorbers have slightly reduced damping effect (soft)

Pass 15 Aug 2019 12,458 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2018 9,015 miles

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

Fail 11 Aug 2018 9,009 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Apr 2017 6,690 miles

slight oil leak

Pass 18 Jul 2015 3,938 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 2,396 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 1,684 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2013 1,684 miles

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 11 Apr 2013 1,049 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2011 1,027 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2010 941 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2009 890 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2008 810 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2007 695 miles

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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WX04 FDV is a 2004 Suzuki GS500F in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2004 Suzuki GS500F models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 11,048 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 WX04 FDV, 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 22 years old, this Suzuki GS500F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WX04 FDV registered?

WX04 FDV is a 2004 Suzuki GS500F, first registered on 10 July 2004.

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The MOT history for WX04 FDV shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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