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M778 OKJ

1994 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2020
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

31,503 mi
Last recorded31,503 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2019
Typical for 1994 Suzuki GS50029,691 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM778 OKJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2019 31,503 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 11 Mar 2019 31,503 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Oct 2016 28,955 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2016 28,946 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2015 28,518 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2013 28,470 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 28,441 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2010 28,417 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 28,191 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 14 Sep 2006 28,111 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2006 28,111 miles

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

Centre Lower Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Centre Upper Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Centre Upper Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when 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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M778 OKJ is a 1994 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 M778 OKJ, 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 M778 OKJ registered?

M778 OKJ is a 1994 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 24 August 1994.

Is M778 OKJ safe to buy?

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