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K719 PLX

1993 Suzuki GS500

Red Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2021
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

34,676 mi
Last recorded34,676 miles
Recorded on19 May 2020
Typical for 1993 Suzuki GS50028,283 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK719 PLX
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 May 2020 34,676 miles

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

Front wheel bearing is slightly noisy

Nearside ignition coil loose

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

engine oil leak

Pass 25 Mar 2019 34,431 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 34,233 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 34,012 miles

Central Rear Lower Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect rear shock has reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 28 May 2014 34,011 miles

Brake component worn and seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

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

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

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

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

engine bolts loose

engine smokes excessivly

Pass 8 Dec 2009 31,544 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 29,452 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2007 27,734 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2007 27,726 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Dec 2006 27,072 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2005 23,473 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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K719 PLX is a 1993 Suzuki GS500 in Red with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 K719 PLX, 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

How do I check the history of K719 PLX?

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What year was K719 PLX registered?

K719 PLX is a 1993 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 3 February 1993.

Is K719 PLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for K719 PLX shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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