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L108 BPK

1993 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2012
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

23,581 mi
Last recorded23,581 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2011
Typical for 1993 Suzuki GS50028,283 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL108 BPK
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2011 23,581 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2011 23,581 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by trapped cables (2.1.2c)

Pass 14 Jul 2010 23,477 miles

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 5 Jun 2010 23,434 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 2 Jun 2009 20,552 miles

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

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 17 Apr 2008 18,567 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 17,485 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2007 17,485 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2006 15,962 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2006 15,949 miles

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

Centre Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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L108 BPK is a 1993 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 L108 BPK, 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 L108 BPK registered?

L108 BPK is a 1993 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 1 August 1993.

Is L108 BPK safe to buy?

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