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L945 KNM

1994 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

17,398 mi
Last recorded17,398 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 1994 Suzuki GS50029,691 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL945 KNM
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 17,398 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2025 17,398 miles

Fuel tank so insecure there is a risk of fire (6.1.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jun 2024 16,940 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2023 16,435 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2022 16,332 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2022 16,323 miles

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

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps when front or rear brake applied,interaction is present (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Jul 2021 14,476 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 13,546 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2019 11,270 miles

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2013 11,142 miles

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

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

Pass 31 May 2012 8,567 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 7,474 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 6,904 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 5,636 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 5,469 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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L945 KNM is a 1994 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 L945 KNM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L945 KNM registered?

L945 KNM is a 1994 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 9 March 1994.

Is L945 KNM safe to buy?

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