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L369 HUW

1994 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2019
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

45,248 mi
Last recorded45,248 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2018
Typical for 1994 Suzuki GS50029,691 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL369 HUW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2018 45,248 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2016 43,943 miles

Starting to show signs of wear on disc bobbins on front disc.

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front engine mount spacers missing.

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Fail 12 May 2016 43,917 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

FRONT ENGINE MOUNT SPACERS MISSING

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 6 Jun 2015 43,885 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

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

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

Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e) DANGEROUS

Front Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a) DANGEROUS

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

Pass 29 Nov 2013 43,373 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2012 41,664 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2005 41,659 miles

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

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

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

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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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L369 HUW is a 1994 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 L369 HUW, 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.

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What year was L369 HUW registered?

L369 HUW is a 1994 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 28 May 1994.

Is L369 HUW safe to buy?

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