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L119 FJO

1993 Suzuki GS500

Purple Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

49,349 mi
Last recorded49,349 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2014
Typical for 1993 Suzuki GS50028,283 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL119 FJO
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1993
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Fail 5 Nov 2014 49,349 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 5 Nov 2014 49,349 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 6 Jun 2013 46,813 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2013 46,813 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2012 40,839 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 11 Jun 2011 35,352 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 31,788 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2009 27,711 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 21,202 miles

Rear tyre will need replacing shortly

Fail 28 May 2008 21,202 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear tyre will need changing shortly

Pass 15 Mar 2007 14,926 miles

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

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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L119 FJO is a 1993 Suzuki GS500 in Purple with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 L119 FJO, 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 L119 FJO registered?

L119 FJO is a 1993 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 13 August 1993.

Is L119 FJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for L119 FJO shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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