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M238 UCH

1995 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

33,699 mi
Last recorded33,699 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2017
Typical for 1995 Suzuki GS50027,403 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM238 UCH
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2017 33,699 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 33,196 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 7 Apr 2016 32,077 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

rear tyre contaminated with oil

Fail 7 Apr 2016 32,077 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

rear tyre contaminated with oil

Pass 13 Apr 2015 30,372 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2011 30,190 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 16 Apr 2011 30,190 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 27 Apr 2010 29,838 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 27 Apr 2010 29,838 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 9 Oct 2006 26,881 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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M238 UCH is a 1995 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 M238 UCH, 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 M238 UCH registered?

M238 UCH is a 1995 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 4 April 1995.

Is M238 UCH safe to buy?

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