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M138 ROM

1995 Suzuki GS500

Green Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

20,010 mi
Last recorded20,010 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2017
Typical for 1995 Suzuki GS50027,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM138 ROM
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2017 20,010 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 3 Sep 2016 17,300 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2016 17,300 miles

Brake pedal attachment screws loose (3.1.2b)

Pass 28 Jul 2015 16,839 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

front and rear tyre pressures were low and have been re-inflated for test

rear brake pedal feels slightly spongy,not enough to fail,and brake works fine

Pass 8 Aug 2014 16,757 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2013 16,644 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2013 16,644 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Pass 21 Aug 2012 16,502 miles

oil on sides of rear tyre

Pass 23 Aug 2011 16,407 miles

nearside of rear tyre coated in chain oil.

Pass 16 Jul 2010 16,238 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 16,106 miles

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

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

both front(8psi) and rear(12psi) tyre pressures were low and have been re-inflated

drive chain dry,lubrication required

signs of acid corrosion near battery box.advise customer to check routing of hose

Pass 3 Sep 2007 15,897 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 15,719 miles

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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M138 ROM is a 1995 Suzuki GS500 in Green with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1995 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 27,403 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 M138 ROM, 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 31 years old, this Suzuki GS500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M138 ROM registered?

M138 ROM is a 1995 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 1 June 1995.

Is M138 ROM safe to buy?

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