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K984 PTR

1993 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

43,490 mi
Last recorded43,490 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 1993 Suzuki GS50028,283 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK984 PTR
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 43,490 miles

small oil leak around cylinder head

Fail 9 Jun 2026 43,490 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

small oil leak around cylinder head

Pass 8 May 2024 43,035 miles

Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 23 Aug 2022 39,611 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 22 Aug 2022 39,609 miles

Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 Jul 2008 74,648 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 69,229 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Fail 23 Aug 2007 69,229 miles

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

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.7.3c)

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

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Pass 16 Sep 2006 65,709 miles

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

Inner Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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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K984 PTR is a 1993 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 K984 PTR, 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 K984 PTR registered?

K984 PTR is a 1993 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 31 December 1993.

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