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M401 VER

1994 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

33,683 mi
Last recorded33,683 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2015
Typical for 1994 Suzuki GS50029,691 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM401 VER
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2015 33,683 miles

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

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear stop/tail light bulb blown.

Fail 13 Oct 2015 33,683 miles

Nearside Fuel hose leaking (7.2.1a)

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

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear stop/tail light bulb blown.

Pass 30 Aug 2014 33,665 miles

fuel pipe perished

slight bind front brake

Pass 8 Aug 2013 32,788 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Fail 10 Aug 2012 30,047 miles

Offside Front Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Pass 10 Aug 2012 30,047 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 27,676 miles

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

front and rear tyres perished

Pass 7 May 2010 24,569 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 21,924 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 20,163 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2007 19,007 miles

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2006 17,159 miles

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

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 21 Jun 2006 17,159 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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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M401 VER 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 M401 VER, 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 M401 VER registered?

M401 VER is a 1994 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 3 August 1994.

Is M401 VER safe to buy?

The MOT history for M401 VER 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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