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M161 ROM

1995 Suzuki GS500

Green Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

14,501 mi
Last recorded14,501 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 1995 Suzuki GS50027,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM161 ROM
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 14,501 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2024 14,101 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2023 13,795 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 13 Sep 2023 13,795 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2022 13,485 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 13,330 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2020 12,657 miles

battery carrier has slight corrosion

Pass 19 Jul 2019 11,913 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 11,426 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 10,959 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2013 10,822 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2012 10,637 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2008 10,582 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 10,555 miles

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

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

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

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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M161 ROM is a 1995 Suzuki GS500 in Green with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 M161 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 M161 ROM registered?

M161 ROM is a 1995 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 1 June 1995.

Is M161 ROM safe to buy?

The MOT history for M161 ROM shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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