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L506 MWE

1993 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2017
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

20,414 mi
Last recorded20,414 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2016
Typical for 1993 Suzuki GS50028,283 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL506 MWE
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2016 20,414 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2016 20,414 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 4 Jul 2015 20,364 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2015 20,364 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 13 Jun 2014 20,323 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2014 20,323 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Fail 16 Jul 2013 20,214 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 16 Jul 2013 20,214 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 19,833 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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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L506 MWE is a 1993 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 L506 MWE, 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.

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How do I check the history of L506 MWE?

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What year was L506 MWE registered?

L506 MWE is a 1993 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 1 October 1993.

Is L506 MWE safe to buy?

The MOT history for L506 MWE shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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