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M466 VFM

1994 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2026
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

43,648 mi
Last recorded43,648 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 1994 Suzuki GS50029,691 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM466 VFM
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2025 43,648 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 43,580 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2015 43,562 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2013 41,283 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2011 41,266 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Engine/gearbox mounting(s) defective

Pass 26 Jun 2010 32,989 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 26 Jun 2010 32,989 miles

Front Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 15 Jun 2009 32,068 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 32,068 miles
Fail 27 May 2008 32,068 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

spedo not working

Pass 4 Jun 2007 30,977 miles
Fail 18 May 2007 30,905 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 18 May 2006 26,245 miles
Fail 9 May 2006 26,115 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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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M466 VFM is a 1994 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 M466 VFM, 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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M466 VFM is a 1994 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 2 August 1994.

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