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N94 SFL

1995 Suzuki GS500E

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2025
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

44,597 mi
Last recorded44,597 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2024
Typical for 1995 Suzuki GS500E28,110 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN94 SFL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500E
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2024 44,597 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy Baffle fitted (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp mask fitted

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened Rear shock link (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2022 44,144 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Header pipe leak (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy Baffle fitted at time of test (8.1.1 (a))

Mask fitted to headlamp

Fail 14 Oct 2022 44,122 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect kick up to offside (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2021 41,714 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 36,379 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Fail 1 Sep 2014 36,379 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2013 32,470 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 31,258 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 28,665 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 25,186 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2009 25,134 miles

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

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

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

Pass 17 May 2008 19,189 miles
Fail 16 May 2008 19,189 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2007 15,094 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 12,817 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GS500E?

Based on 2,277 MOT tests across 304 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
773
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
304
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 90
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 41
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 41
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 40
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 39
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N94 SFL is a 1995 Suzuki GS500E in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1995 Suzuki GS500E models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 28,110 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 GS500E fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 90 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N94 SFL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GS500E typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 31 years old, this Suzuki GS500E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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N94 SFL is a 1995 Suzuki GS500E, first registered on 28 November 1995.

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