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L505 SNJ

1993 Suzuki GS500

Red Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2017
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

30,040 mi
Last recorded30,040 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2016
Typical for 1993 Suzuki GS50028,283 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL505 SNJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2016 30,040 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2014 29,574 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 26,303 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 23,946 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2011 23,946 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 8 Jul 2010 21,795 miles

beam deflector fitted

Fail 8 Jul 2010 21,795 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

beam deflector fitted

Pass 14 Jul 2009 19,224 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2008 17,459 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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

Pass 14 Jul 2008 17,459 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2007 16,238 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2007 16,238 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 17 Jul 2006 13,092 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2006 13,091 miles

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

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

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

headlamp masks/converters fitted

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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L505 SNJ is a 1993 Suzuki GS500 in Red with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1993 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 28,283 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 L505 SNJ, 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 33 years old, this Suzuki GS500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L505 SNJ registered?

L505 SNJ is a 1993 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 16 August 1993.

Is L505 SNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for L505 SNJ shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does L505 SNJ have outstanding finance?

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