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M176 SSX

1994 Suzuki GS500

Green Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2014
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

31,131 mi
Last recorded31,131 miles
Recorded on28 May 2013
Typical for 1994 Suzuki GS50029,691 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM176 SSX
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 May 2013 31,131 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 1 Sep 2011 29,120 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2011 29,120 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

rear fork corroded

Fail 16 Aug 2011 29,110 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Offside Lower Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake component is excessively corroded (3.1.5) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Aug 2010 29,074 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 28,964 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2009 28,291 miles

Front Rear suspension bush excessively deteriorated (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.7.3c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 28 Aug 2008 28,697 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2008 28,654 miles

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

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 28 Aug 2007 28,452 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2007 28,406 miles

Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 30 Aug 2006 25,757 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2006 25,703 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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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M176 SSX is a 1994 Suzuki GS500 in Green with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 M176 SSX, 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 M176 SSX registered?

M176 SSX is a 1994 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 20 August 1994.

Is M176 SSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for M176 SSX shows 13 tests with a 53.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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