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K383 PDY

1993 Suzuki GS500

Red Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

32,593 mi
Last recorded32,593 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2016
Typical for 1993 Suzuki GS50028,283 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK383 PDY
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2016 32,593 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2015 32,527 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 31,850 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 31,064 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 6 Jul 2012 30,381 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2012 30,381 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 16 Jul 2011 29,331 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2010 27,703 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 26,024 miles

Choke cable routing in-correct.

Clutch cable routing in-correct.

Exhaust has repair to it.

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Front tyre perished.

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Fail 18 Jul 2009 26,013 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

O/S Fork Dust Seal Has Failed

Pass 10 Mar 2008 24,851 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 11 Sep 2006 24,834 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 5 Sep 2006 24,826 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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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K383 PDY is a 1993 Suzuki GS500 in Red with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 K383 PDY, 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 K383 PDY registered?

K383 PDY is a 1993 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is K383 PDY safe to buy?

The MOT history for K383 PDY shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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