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K278 SUP

1993 Suzuki GS500

Red Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

37,382 mi
Last recorded37,382 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 1993 Suzuki GS50028,283 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK278 SUP
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 37,382 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2025 36,247 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2025 36,247 miles

Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening insecure grab rail bracket. (6.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2024 34,364 miles

Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

High idle speed.

Offside Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 1 Feb 2022 32,157 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 31,962 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 31,053 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2018 31,053 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 1 Aug 2017 31,004 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 31,848 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2016 31,848 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Pass 12 Jun 2015 30,989 miles

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

Fail 12 Jun 2015 30,989 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Pass 1 Jul 2014 30,897 miles

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

Centre Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 26 Jun 2014 30,897 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

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

Centre Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 20 Apr 2013 30,626 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 30,428 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2010 30,151 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 12 Apr 2010 30,151 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2006 29,849 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2006 29,849 miles

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

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

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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K278 SUP is a 1993 Suzuki GS500 in Red with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 K278 SUP, 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 K278 SUP registered?

K278 SUP is a 1993 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is K278 SUP safe to buy?

The MOT history for K278 SUP shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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