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L739 TWV

1994 Suzuki GS500

Red Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

35,035 mi
Last recorded35,035 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2014
Typical for 1994 Suzuki GS50029,691 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL739 TWV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2014 35,035 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2014 35,035 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables (2.1.2c)

Pass 2 Sep 2013 35,029 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2013 35,029 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2012 35,013 miles

Clutch lever worn on pivot point

Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

gear shift lever worn on gear shaft

Fail 14 Aug 2012 35,012 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Fuel cap sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.2c)

Clutch lever worn on pivot point

Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

gear shift lever worn on gear shaft

Pass 15 Aug 2011 35,005 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

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

riders offside foot rest rubber deteriorated

Pass 11 Aug 2010 34,866 miles

Clutch lever worn on pivot point

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Gear lever worn and insecure

Nearside riders foot rest worn on mounting point

Offside riders foot rest worn on mounting point

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 14 Aug 2009 34,620 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

fuel cap rubber seal starting to perrish

Pass 14 Aug 2008 34,356 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 33,353 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 7 Aug 2007 33,353 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Front Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Headlamp aim headlamp damaged and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

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

Clutch lever insecure

Fuel cap seal showing signs of deterioration

Rear foot rests starting to deteriorate Left / Right

Pass 8 Aug 2006 32,296 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Rear suspension has limited travel

Fail 8 Aug 2006 32,296 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Rear suspension has limited travel

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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L739 TWV is a 1994 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 1994 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 29,691 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 L739 TWV, 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 32 years old, this Suzuki GS500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L739 TWV registered?

L739 TWV is a 1994 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 31 January 1994.

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