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K343 OEU

1993 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

39,984 mi
Last recorded39,984 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2017
Typical for 1993 Suzuki GS50028,283 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK343 OEU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2017 39,984 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Fail 4 Nov 2017 39,959 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Headlamp incorrect colour (1.2.1)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Pass 5 Sep 2016 38,820 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 25 Aug 2016 38,577 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Aug 2015 36,334 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 10 Sep 2014 33,917 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2013 28,669 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2013 28,658 miles

Headlamp incorrect colour (1.2.1)

Rear suspension bush excessively deteriorated (2.4.A2a(i))

Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 8 Aug 2012 24,783 miles

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Pass 23 Aug 2011 21,555 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 23 Aug 2011 21,555 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 27 Aug 2010 21,250 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 20,462 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 20,108 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 18,932 miles

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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K343 OEU is a 1993 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 K343 OEU, 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 K343 OEU registered?

K343 OEU is a 1993 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 1 May 1993.

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