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K121 MLA

1994 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2024
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

19,856 mi
Last recorded19,856 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2023
Typical for 1994 Suzuki GS50029,691 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK121 MLA
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2023 19,856 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 6 Oct 2023 19,856 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Oct 2020 12,067 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2020 12,034 miles

Steering operation linkage fouling when handlebars turned from lock to lock steering stop missing (2.1.4 (a))

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

Pass 17 Oct 2019 8,072 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2019 8,072 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Oct 2009 7,805 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2009 7,779 miles

Front Brake disc(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1g)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the Suzuki GS500?

Based on 55,003 MOT tests across 6,013 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
1,009
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
6,013
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,184
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 915
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 875
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 515
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 471
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K121 MLA is a 1994 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1994 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 29,691 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 K121 MLA, 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 32 years old, this Suzuki GS500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K121 MLA registered?

K121 MLA is a 1994 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 7 July 1994.

Is K121 MLA safe to buy?

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