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L105 KEW

1993 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2025
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

9,471 mi
Last recorded9,471 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2024
Typical for 1993 Suzuki GS50028,283 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL105 KEW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2024 9,471 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2023 6,465 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Jun 2022 99,530 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2021 93,584 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2020 85,918 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 75,660 miles

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 12 Jun 2018 64,172 miles

Central Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Jun 2017 53,651 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2017 53,376 miles

Rear Brake component leaking fluid caliper (3.2.B4)

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2016 46,373 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged light cracking (4.1.2c)

Pass 8 Jun 2015 39,255 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2014 32,419 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 28,132 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2013 27,903 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 20 Jun 2012 19,907 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2011 10,695 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 5,728 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 4,712 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 4,228 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 4,195 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 4,135 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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L105 KEW is a 1993 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 L105 KEW, 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 L105 KEW registered?

L105 KEW is a 1993 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 4 August 1993.

Is L105 KEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for L105 KEW shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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