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L611 XLB

1994 Suzuki GS500E

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2022
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

27,285 mi
Last recorded27,285 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2021
Typical for 1994 Suzuki GS500E27,012 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL611 XLB
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500E
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2021 27,285 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

brake fluid over front caliper no leaks at time of test

clutch poor operation

Fail 3 Aug 2021 27,283 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Steering operation linkage fouling when handlebars turned from lock to lock wiring harness (2.1.4 (a))

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

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

brake fluid over front caliper no leaks at time of test

clutch poor operation

Pass 9 Jul 2019 27,272 miles

rear tyre has split in nearside sidewall

Pass 5 Sep 2017 27,254 miles

Rear tyre has split on nearside sidewall

Fail 5 Sep 2017 27,254 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear tyre has split on nearside sidewall

Pass 13 Aug 2016 26,621 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 26,610 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2015 26,610 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 15 Jul 2014 26,542 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 26,533 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 26,398 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 25 Jun 2012 26,398 miles

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

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 9 May 2011 26,329 miles

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

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 30 Apr 2011 26,329 miles

Centre Lower Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

Front Lower Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

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

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

Rear Upper Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 9 Apr 2010 26,299 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 26,176 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 26,068 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2006 25,861 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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L611 XLB is a 1994 Suzuki GS500E in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 L611 XLB, 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.

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L611 XLB is a 1994 Suzuki GS500E, first registered on 18 July 1994.

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