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L151 ETA

1994 Suzuki GS500

Red Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

41,213 mi
Last recorded41,213 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 1994 Suzuki GS50029,691 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL151 ETA
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2025 41,213 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2024 39,675 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 38,037 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Aug 2023 38,037 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 4 Oct 2022 37,020 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2021 33,828 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2021 33,814 miles

Front Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

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

Rear Inner Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2020 32,895 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 32,171 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2019 32,149 miles

Plate brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 May 2018 31,889 miles

Rear brake pedal has little reserve travel needs adjustment

choke cable is short

Pass 11 May 2015 31,777 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 31,569 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 31,420 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 31,190 miles
Fail 16 May 2011 31,190 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 29 Apr 2010 29,768 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 29,707 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 29,485 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 29,007 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2005 27,723 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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L151 ETA is a 1994 Suzuki GS500 in Red with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 1994 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 29,691 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 L151 ETA, 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 32 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 L151 ETA registered?

L151 ETA is a 1994 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 5 May 1994.

Is L151 ETA safe to buy?

The MOT history for L151 ETA shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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