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L36 GMS

1993 Suzuki Gsx

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2016
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

33,527 mi
Last recorded33,527 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2015
Typical for 1993 Suzuki Gsx27,210 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL36 GMS
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsx
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2015 33,527 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2014 32,613 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2014 32,613 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 7 Jul 2012 31,396 miles

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

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

advise n/s/f footrest rubber worn

Fail 6 Jul 2012 31,387 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

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

advise n/s/f footrest rubber worn

Pass 14 Jun 2011 31,099 miles

Centre Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Outer Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

n/s front brake caliper has misting of oil over it

Pass 10 May 2010 30,823 miles

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

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

Pass 10 Apr 2009 30,273 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2009 30,273 miles

Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)

Rear Brake hose excessively kinked (3.2.B3a)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 17 Jul 2007 29,439 miles

SLIGHT PLAY AT FRONT SECURING BOLT OF REAR BRAKE ANCHOR ARM

Fail 12 Jul 2007 29,369 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Aug 2006 27,889 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2006 27,888 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (hotspot upper edge above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.1)

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

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsx?

Based on 18,575 MOT tests across 2,503 vehicles.

89.2%
Pass Rate
895
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
2,503
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 109
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 80
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 67
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 64
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 62
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L36 GMS is a 1993 Suzuki Gsx in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 1993 Suzuki Gsx models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 27,210 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 Gsx fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 109 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L36 GMS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsx typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 33 years old, this Suzuki Gsx is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L36 GMS registered?

L36 GMS is a 1993 Suzuki Gsx, first registered on 9 August 1993.

Is L36 GMS safe to buy?

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