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L510 SFM

1994 Suzuki GS500E

Red Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2024
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

22,042 mi
Last recorded22,042 miles
Recorded on10 May 2023
Typical for 1994 Suzuki GS500E27,012 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL510 SFM
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500E
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 May 2023 22,042 miles
Fail 5 May 2023 22,042 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jun 2018 21,384 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 20,881 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 20,433 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 16,852 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2014 16,737 miles

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

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 16 Oct 2013 11,981 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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L510 SFM 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 L510 SFM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L510 SFM registered?

L510 SFM is a 1994 Suzuki GS500E, first registered on 16 February 1994.

Is L510 SFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for L510 SFM 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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