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L617 VNL

1994 Suzuki GS500E

Red Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

15,164 mi
Last recorded15,164 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2016
Typical for 1994 Suzuki GS500E27,012 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL617 VNL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500E
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2016 15,164 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 14,714 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 13,697 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 12,307 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 22 Apr 2011 10,777 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 104 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 10,153 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 9,241 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 8,693 miles
Fail 16 May 2006 8,629 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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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L617 VNL is a 1994 Suzuki GS500E in Red with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 L617 VNL, 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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What year was L617 VNL registered?

L617 VNL is a 1994 Suzuki GS500E, first registered on 1 February 1994.

Is L617 VNL safe to buy?

The MOT history for L617 VNL shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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