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L101 TGN

1993 Suzuki GS500

Purple Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

41,351 mi
Last recorded41,351 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2012
Typical for 1993 Suzuki GS50028,283 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL101 TGN
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1993
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2012 41,351 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

rear suspension lowered [modified]

Fail 11 Aug 2012 41,351 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

rear suspension lowered [modified]

Pass 1 Sep 2011 39,283 miles

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

suspension lowered

Fail 6 Sep 2010 39,113 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 6 Sep 2010 39,113 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 37,077 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

lowering kit fitted

Pass 9 Aug 2008 36,893 miles

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

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

Pass 18 May 2007 35,990 miles
Fail 18 May 2007 35,990 miles

Rear Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 20 May 2006 34,089 miles

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

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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L101 TGN is a 1993 Suzuki GS500 in Purple with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 L101 TGN, 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 L101 TGN registered?

L101 TGN is a 1993 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 11 August 1993.

Is L101 TGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for L101 TGN shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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