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K164 XEL

1993 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

11,004 mi
Last recorded11,004 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 1993 Suzuki GS50028,283 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK164 XEL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 11,004 miles

Both tyres 12 years old

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake Lever slightly grabbing (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 2 Jul 2024 10,937 miles

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

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 16 Aug 2022 10,304 miles

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

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 19 Aug 2021 9,149 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2021 9,149 miles

Offside Rear Steering linkage locking device ineffective (2.1.3 (d))

Pass 13 Jul 2019 9,029 miles

Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened swing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 31 May 2018 8,540 miles

chain slightly tight

Fail 31 May 2018 8,540 miles

Offside Rear Brake clevis joint insecure reaction bar bolt loose. (1.1.15 (c))

chain slightly tight

Pass 26 May 2016 8,530 miles

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

Fail 19 May 2016 8,525 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

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

Pass 13 May 2015 8,445 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 8,394 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 8,157 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 8,035 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 7,901 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 6,887 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 4,009 miles

Centre Lower Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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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K164 XEL is a 1993 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1993 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 28,283 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 K164 XEL, 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 33 years old, this Suzuki GS500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K164 XEL registered?

K164 XEL is a 1993 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is K164 XEL safe to buy?

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