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L740 MWW

1994 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

44,332 mi
Last recorded44,332 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2020
Typical for 1994 Suzuki GS50029,691 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL740 MWW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2020 44,332 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 43,949 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 43,560 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 43,327 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 47,453 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2015 47,453 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

wiring loom rubbbing on rear shock absorber

Pass 3 Mar 2014 37,914 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2014 37,914 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 11 Mar 2013 35,058 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 28,646 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 26,467 miles

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

Fail 1 May 2010 26,311 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h) DANGEROUS

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2009 23,520 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 23,302 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 23,135 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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L740 MWW is a 1994 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 L740 MWW, 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 L740 MWW registered?

L740 MWW is a 1994 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 12 May 1994.

Is L740 MWW safe to buy?

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