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K748 TNL

1993 Suzuki GS500

White Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2016
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

30,560 mi
Last recorded30,560 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2015
Typical for 1993 Suzuki GS50028,283 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK748 TNL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2015 30,560 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy no markings found (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Jan 2014 27,025 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 16 Jan 2014 27,011 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 17 Jan 2013 24,342 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2013 24,342 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Fail 1 Jun 2011 23,046 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 1 Jun 2011 23,046 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 21,263 miles

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

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

rear suspension swinging arm corroded

slight fluid leak fropm front forks

Fail 14 Oct 2008 21,263 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

rear suspension swinging arm corroded

Pass 27 Jun 2007 18,164 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2007 18,126 miles

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

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

Nearside Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

number plate cracked

Pass 24 Jul 2006 14,225 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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K748 TNL is a 1993 Suzuki GS500 in White with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 K748 TNL, 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.

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What year was K748 TNL registered?

K748 TNL is a 1993 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 11 June 1993.

Is K748 TNL safe to buy?

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