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WX06 XVR

2006 Suzuki GS500F

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

28,199 mi
Last recorded28,199 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 Suzuki GS500F8,973 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX06 XVR
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500F
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc
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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 28,199 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2022 28,193 miles

Central Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy Steering headbearings slightly notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 5 Apr 2019 28,010 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2019 28,009 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Throttle operating incorrectly On lock to lock (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2017 27,622 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 27,179 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

aftermarket handlebars fitted

bodywork condition

corrosion on swing arm

dampness at rear shocker

gearchange lever free play

key stiff in ignition

rear suspension operation

Fail 13 Oct 2014 27,177 miles

Rear Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

aftermarket handlebars fitted

bodywork condition

corrosion on swing arm

dampness at rear shocker

front tyre covered in oil

gearchange lever free play

key stiff in ignition

rear suspension operation

Pass 25 Oct 2013 25,377 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Rear tyre worn

Pass 18 Sep 2013 25,332 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear tyre worn

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 27 Jun 2012 22,107 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 2 Mar 2012 22,024 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 29 Nov 2011 21,877 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 29 Nov 2011 21,877 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 12 Jan 2010 18,412 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 7 Jul 2009 14,239 miles

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

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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WX06 XVR is a 2006 Suzuki GS500F in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2006 Suzuki GS500F models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 8,973 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 WX06 XVR, 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 20 years old, this Suzuki GS500F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WX06 XVR registered?

WX06 XVR is a 2006 Suzuki GS500F, first registered on 14 July 2006.

Is WX06 XVR safe to buy?

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