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M359 CAF

1994 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

58,932 mi
Last recorded58,932 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2015
Typical for 1994 Suzuki GS50029,691 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM359 CAF
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2015 58,932 miles

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

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 17 Feb 2014 55,939 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2014 55,918 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 19 Feb 2013 52,770 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 13 Feb 2013 52,660 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 14 Feb 2012 48,703 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 10 Aug 2010 45,900 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2009 44,173 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 42,060 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 39,309 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 37,270 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2005 34,486 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2005 34,486 miles

Rear Rear suspension has severe distortion of a load bearing member or its supporting structure. (2.4.A.2d)

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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M359 CAF is a 1994 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 M359 CAF, 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 M359 CAF registered?

M359 CAF is a 1994 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 20 December 1994.

Is M359 CAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for M359 CAF shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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