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L867 EKL

1994 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

47,076 mi
Last recorded47,076 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2014
Typical for 1994 Suzuki GS50029,691 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL867 EKL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc
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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Fail 23 Jun 2014 47,076 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 23 Jun 2014 47,076 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 21 Jun 2013 36,447 miles

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

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

Pass 1 May 2012 35,808 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2012 35,808 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 27 Apr 2011 35,398 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 34,673 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2009 34,420 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2008 33,921 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 26 Jun 2006 33,742 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 26 Jun 2006 33,742 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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L867 EKL is a 1994 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 L867 EKL, 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 L867 EKL registered?

L867 EKL is a 1994 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 1 March 1994.

Is L867 EKL safe to buy?

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