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Suzuki GS 500 FK4

Blue and White · Petrol · 2004 · 487 cc

LK04 TVEMOT history

LK04 TVE is a blue and white petrol Suzuki GS 500 FK4 first used on 4 Aug 2004. Its MOT expired on 6 Feb 2026 and it has passed 17 of 19 MOT tests, with 37,817 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jan 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Feb 2026
Mileage
37,817 mi
At MOT on 21 Jan 2025
MOT tests
19
17 passed · 2 failed
Per year
899 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LK04 TVE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
GS 500 FK4
Colour
Blue and White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
487 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
4 Aug 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LK04 TVE was last recorded at 37,817 miles on 21 Jan 2025, 310 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
37,507 miles · 19 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
310 miles
Average per year
899 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 37,817 miles
  • 2024 – 37,507 miles
  • 2023 – 37,097 miles
  • 2021 – 37,005 miles
  • 2020 – 36,419 miles
  • 2019 – 35,562 miles
  • 2018 – 33,820 miles
  • 2017 – 32,647 miles
  • 2016 – 31,218 miles
  • 2015 – 31,141 miles
  • 2014 – 30,628 miles
  • 2013 – 30,417 miles
  • 2011 – 30,410 miles
  • 2010 – 30,234 miles
  • 2009 – 28,457 miles
  • 2008 – 25,941 miles
  • 2007 – 22,072 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass37,817 miles
  • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

19 tests since 21 Jul 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass37,817 miles (+310)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    37,817 miles
    Test number
    382076545479
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  2. Pass37,507 miles (+410)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    37,507 miles
    Test number
    161669332263
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass37,097 miles (+92)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    37,097 miles
    Test number
    380792469015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass37,005 miles (+586)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    37,005 miles
    Test number
    410845225045
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  5. Pass36,419 miles (+857)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    36,419 miles
    Test number
    575308752440
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass35,562 miles (+1,742)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    35,562 miles
    Test number
    936217077305
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  7. Pass33,820 miles (+1,173)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    33,820 miles
    Test number
    338526241239
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  8. Pass32,647 miles (+1,429)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    32,647 miles
    Test number
    745599446913
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

  9. Pass31,218 miles (+77)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    31,218 miles
    Test number
    211897160133
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

  10. Pass31,141 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    31,141 miles
    Test number
    211894929395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail31,141 miles (+513)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,141 miles
    Test number
    311551008150
    • Repaired at testNearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

  12. Pass30,628 miles (+211)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    30,628 miles
    Test number
    826243094189
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  13. Pass30,417 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    30,417 miles
    Test number
    266411723257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass30,410 miles (+2)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    30,410 miles
    Test number
    445477681228
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
    • NoteHeadlamp main beam warning lamp not working

  15. Fail30,408 miles (+174)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,408 miles
    Test number
    128214681261
    • FailureSteering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
    • NoteHeadlamp main beam warning lamp not working

  16. Pass30,234 miles (+1,777)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    30,234 miles
    Test number
    914507840246
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

  17. Pass28,457 miles (+2,516)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    28,457 miles
    Test number
    810620349287
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisorySteering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

  18. Pass25,941 miles (+3,869)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    25,941 miles
    Test number
    664386048254
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

  19. Pass22,072 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    22,072 miles
    Test number
    953032607250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LK04 TVE

Does LK04 TVE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LK04 TVE expired on 6 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LK04 TVE?
The MOT on LK04 TVE expired on 6 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LK04 TVE done?
LK04 TVE was recorded at 37,817 miles at its MOT on 21 Jan 2025, an average of 899 miles a year.
Has LK04 TVE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LK04 TVE has failed 2 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Aug 2015.
Has the mileage on LK04 TVE ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LK04 TVE find?
LK04 TVE passed its latest MOT on 21 Jan 2025 with 1 advisory: drive chain slightly loose.

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