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L974 JSO

1993 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2012
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

41,030 mi
Last recorded41,030 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2011
Typical for 1993 Suzuki GS50028,283 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL974 JSO
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2011 41,030 miles

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

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

front brake disc fixings worn

Fail 27 Oct 2011 41,026 miles

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

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

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

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

front brake disc fixings worn

Pass 10 Nov 2010 40,315 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 40,048 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 37,346 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 27 Oct 2008 37,288 miles

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 27 Nov 2007 34,783 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2006 32,962 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2005 30,477 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2005 30,475 miles

Front Brake component is severely distorted (3.1.5) DANGEROUS

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
Full Suzuki GS500 reliability report

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L974 JSO is a 1993 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 L974 JSO, 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

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What year was L974 JSO registered?

L974 JSO is a 1993 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 1 August 1993.

Is L974 JSO safe to buy?

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