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L434 XCS

1994 Suzuki GS500

Red Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2021
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

33,972 mi
Last recorded33,972 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2020
Typical for 1994 Suzuki GS50029,691 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL434 XCS
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2020 33,972 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Apr 2018 33,883 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2018 33,883 miles

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Fail 17 May 2015 33,036 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 17 May 2015 33,036 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2015 33,036 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

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

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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L434 XCS is a 1994 Suzuki GS500 in Red with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 L434 XCS, 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

How do I check the history of L434 XCS?

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What year was L434 XCS registered?

L434 XCS is a 1994 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 22 January 1994.

Is L434 XCS safe to buy?

The MOT history for L434 XCS shows 6 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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