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L196 RRP

1994 Suzuki GS500E

Red Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

35,502 mi
Last recorded35,502 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2012
Typical for 1994 Suzuki GS500E27,012 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL196 RRP
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500E
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2012 35,502 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2011 34,668 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 34,595 miles

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

Fail 11 Aug 2010 34,590 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

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

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

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

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

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

front brake binding slightly.

high beam indicator not working.

n/s handlebar grip slightly loose.

o/s tail light bulb not working.

speedo. and tacho. lights not working.

Pass 4 Aug 2009 33,470 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2007 33,400 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2007 33,400 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 29 Oct 2005 23,880 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GS500E?

Based on 2,277 MOT tests across 304 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
773
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
304
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 90
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 41
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 41
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 40
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 39
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L196 RRP is a 1994 Suzuki GS500E in Red with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1994 Suzuki GS500E models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 27,012 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 GS500E fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 90 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L196 RRP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GS500E typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 32 years old, this Suzuki GS500E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L196 RRP registered?

L196 RRP is a 1994 Suzuki GS500E, first registered on 28 January 1994.

Is L196 RRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for L196 RRP shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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