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R94 LVL

1998 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2026
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

21,551 mi
Last recorded21,551 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GS50024,455 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR94 LVL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2025 21,551 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2024 21,486 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy exhaust not standard (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Feb 2023 21,405 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 16 Feb 2023 21,405 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2021 18,762 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 22 Nov 2021 18,761 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 Aug 2020 18,741 miles

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

half tail light out

Pass 15 Jun 2016 17,449 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)

Pass 5 Jun 2014 17,046 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)

Pass 4 Jun 2013 16,641 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2012 15,007 miles

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

Fail 20 Jun 2012 15,007 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 6 Jun 2011 14,298 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2011 14,298 miles

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Fail 10 Jun 2010 13,424 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2010 13,424 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 13,381 miles

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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R94 LVL is a 1998 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 24,455 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 R94 LVL, 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 28 years old, this Suzuki GS500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R94 LVL registered?

R94 LVL is a 1998 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 21 February 1998.

Is R94 LVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R94 LVL shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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