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L905 LPU

1993 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

37,720 mi
Last recorded37,720 miles
Recorded on30 May 2025
Typical for 1993 Suzuki GS50028,283 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL905 LPU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 May 2025 37,720 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 21 May 2024 37,203 miles
Pass 10 May 2023 35,194 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 34,182 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 2 Dec 2020 32,337 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 29,181 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear tyre sidewalls cracking

Fail 22 Jul 2019 29,181 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear tyre sidewalls cracking

Pass 26 Jul 2018 28,082 miles

Exhaust system noisy

Pass 28 Jul 2017 26,490 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 14 Jul 2016 23,466 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 20,976 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

rear tyre starting to crack

Pass 23 Jun 2014 15,162 miles

Centre Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Nail in rear tyre

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 12 Jul 2013 8,202 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 39,982 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 5,879 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2010 39,484 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2009 39,057 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

advise front tyre pressure low

Pass 13 Jul 2009 39,057 miles

advise front tyre pressure low

Pass 19 Jul 2007 38,601 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 26 Jul 2006 38,422 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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L905 LPU is a 1993 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 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 L905 LPU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of L905 LPU?

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What year was L905 LPU registered?

L905 LPU is a 1993 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 6 August 1993.

Is L905 LPU safe to buy?

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