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L861 TNV

1994 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

44,696 mi
Last recorded44,696 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2023
Typical for 1994 Suzuki GS50029,691 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL861 TNV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2023 44,696 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

headlight poor pattern but can be read

Pass 12 Oct 2022 42,321 miles

headlight mask fitted

Fail 7 Oct 2022 42,321 miles

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

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

headlight mask fitted

Pass 10 Oct 2018 42,319 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit very close (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2017 42,313 miles

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

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

gear leaver has play

Pass 29 Oct 2016 38,915 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2013 30,224 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 13 Oct 2012 29,226 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2011 29,221 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 29 Oct 2011 29,221 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.3.5a)

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

Pass 8 Nov 2010 26,612 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2010 26,610 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

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

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2009 22,795 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2008 21,772 miles

slight misting of oil on front brake caliper bracket

Pass 27 Nov 2006 20,760 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2006 19,308 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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L861 TNV is a 1994 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 L861 TNV, 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 L861 TNV registered?

L861 TNV is a 1994 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 1 January 1994.

Is L861 TNV safe to buy?

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