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L685 HYL

1994 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

21,120 mi
Last recorded21,120 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2006
Typical for 1994 Suzuki GS50029,691 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL685 HYL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2006 21,120 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2006 20,235 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Front Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)

Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle damaged and function impaired (1.4.2a)

Rear Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

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

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

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

Rear Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

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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L685 HYL is a 1994 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 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 L685 HYL, 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.

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What year was L685 HYL registered?

L685 HYL is a 1994 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 13 July 1994.

Is L685 HYL safe to buy?

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