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M549 CLW

1995 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

428 mi
Last recorded428 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 1995 Suzuki GS50027,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM549 CLW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 428 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 30 Apr 2026 424 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned to close incorporated in taillight (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 7 Apr 2025 228 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Rear mudguard not fitted at time of test

Fail 7 Apr 2025 228 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Rear mudguard not fitted at time of test

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Feb 2018 206 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2015 25,172 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2008 21,796 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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M549 CLW is a 1995 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 M549 CLW, 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 M549 CLW registered?

M549 CLW is a 1995 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 24 April 1995.

Is M549 CLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for M549 CLW shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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