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L26 APA

1994 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2014
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

5,556 mi
Last recorded5,556 miles
Recorded on17 May 2013
Typical for 1994 Suzuki GS50029,691 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL26 APA
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 May 2013 5,556 miles

gear selector loose

no main beam warning light

Fail 9 May 2013 5,556 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Drive chain fouling another component (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

gear selector loose

no main beam warning light

Pass 18 Apr 2012 21,860 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2012 21,860 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Nail in front tyre

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

Pass 9 May 2011 17,019 miles
Fail 6 May 2011 17,019 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Offside Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Fail 8 Apr 2010 14,241 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 8 Apr 2010 14,241 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2008 14,158 miles

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Headlamp aim headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

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

Pass 11 May 2007 13,851 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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L26 APA is a 1994 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 1994 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 29,691 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 L26 APA, 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 L26 APA registered?

L26 APA is a 1994 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 21 July 1994.

Is L26 APA safe to buy?

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