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M538 KRU

1994 Suzuki Unknown

Silver Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests9 (4 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate44.4%

Mileage

231 mi
Last recorded231 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2026
Typical for 1994 Suzuki Unknown19,583 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM538 KRU
MakeSuzuki
ModelUnknown
Year1994
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

4 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2026 231 miles

*** DAYTIME USE ONLY NO LIGHTS FITTED ****

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 20 Jun 2026 231 miles

*** DAYTIME USE ONLY NO LIGHTS FITTED ****

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Fail 24 Apr 2026 231 miles

Offside Rear Wheel spoke cracked BROKEN SPOKE (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (5.2.2 (d))

**** DAY TIME USE ONLY NO LIGHTS FITTED ******

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Rear sprocket carrier bearing slight play

Pass 8 Apr 2023 231 miles

**** DAYTIME USE ONLY NO LIGHTS FITTED *****

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2021 232 miles

**** DAY TIME USE ONLY NO LIGHTS FITTED ******

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Oct 2021 232 miles

Central Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Tyre is unsuitable not for highway use (5.2.3 (a))

Offside Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose Two loose spokes (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

**** DAY TIME USE ONLY NO LIGHTS FITTED ******

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2020 232 miles

*** DAY TIME USE ONLY NO LIGHTS FITTED***

Offside Rear Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Rear Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot also modified (1.1.1 (b))

Fail 30 Sep 2020 231 miles

Central Rear Inner Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Central Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Handlebar mounting insecure (2.2.1 (a) (i))

Front Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Front Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play Excess play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Tyre is unsuitable not for highway use (5.2.3 (a))

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

*** DAY TIME USE ONLY NO LIGHTS FITTED***

Offside Rear Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Rear Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot also modified (1.1.1 (b))

Fail 29 Nov 2016 79 miles

Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Brake locking device missing rear brake linkage securing device missing (3.2.A1e)

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim Front tyre not seated on bead correctly (4.1.2b)

Front Tyre is unsuitable Front tyre is marked N.H.S (4.1.1)

Front suspension assembly component loose Top yoke clamp undone (2.3.1)

Front suspension assembly component loose Top yoke nut undone (2.3.1)

Fuel system component insecure Fuel Tank Insecure (7.2.1b)

Horn emits 2 or more alternating tones (1.7.3b)

Rear Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim Rear tyre is not seated on bead correctly (4.1.2b)

Rear suspension component loose Rear Shock absorber nut undone (2.4.A.1a)

Registration plate not fixed vertically, or as close to vertical as is reasonably practical (6.3.2b)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Throttle operating incorrectly throttle sticking (6.2.1f)

No lights fitted at time of test (daytime use only)

How Reliable is the Suzuki Unknown?

Based on 11,032 MOT tests across 5,181 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
283
Miles/Year
54
Year Lifespan
5,181
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 32
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 30
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 29
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M538 KRU is a 1994 Suzuki Unknown in Silver with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 44.4%.

Across all 1994 Suzuki Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 19,583 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 Unknown fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M538 KRU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 54 years. At 32 years old, this Suzuki Unknown is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M538 KRU registered?

M538 KRU is a 1994 Suzuki Unknown, first registered on 30 December 1994.

Is M538 KRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for M538 KRU shows 9 tests with a 44.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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