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Suzuki GS500E

Red · Petrol · 1993 · 500 cc

K79 RBKMOT history

K79 RBK is a red petrol Suzuki GS500E first used on 31 Dec 1993. Its MOT is valid until 1 Jul 2027 and it has passed 15 of 17 MOT tests, with 19,755 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Jul 2027
Mileage
19,755 mi
At MOT on 2 Jul 2026
MOT tests
17
15 passed · 2 failed
Per year
402 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K79 RBK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
GS500E
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
500 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
31 Dec 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K79 RBK was last recorded at 19,755 miles on 2 Jul 2026, 3,142 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
16,613 miles · 26 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
3,142 miles
Average per year
402 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 19,755 miles
  • 2025 – 16,613 miles
  • 2018 – 16,595 miles
  • 2017 – 16,521 miles
  • 2016 – 16,284 miles
  • 2015 – 16,170 miles
  • 2014 – 15,899 miles
  • 2013 – 15,577 miles
  • 2012 – 15,258 miles
  • 2011 – 14,707 miles
  • 2010 – 14,093 miles
  • 2009 – 13,512 miles
  • 2008 – 13,022 miles
  • 2007 – 12,447 miles
  • 2006 – 11,725 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass19,755 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake lever has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

17 tests since 11 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass19,755 miles (+3,142)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    19,755 miles
    Test number
    995544857338
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lever has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))
  2. Pass16,613 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    16,613 miles
    Test number
    760154727478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail16,613 miles (+18)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,613 miles
    Test number
    513491238099
    • MajorFuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
  4. Pass16,595 miles (+74)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    16,595 miles
    Test number
    958434139242
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened distorted/corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront brake lever pivot worn
    • AdvisoryFairings fitted/breather pipe needs to be re routed
  5. Pass16,521 miles (+237)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    16,521 miles
    Test number
    804541272096
    • AdvisoryFairngs fitted
  6. Pass16,284 miles (+114)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    16,284 miles
    Test number
    130219930927

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass16,170 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    16,170 miles
    Test number
    267206475430
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)
  8. Fail16,170 miles (+271)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,170 miles
    Test number
    145954975160
    • FailureNearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)
  9. Pass15,899 miles (+322)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    15,899 miles
    Test number
    249446174197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass15,577 miles (+319)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    15,577 miles
    Test number
    835086183130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass15,258 miles (+551)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    15,258 miles
    Test number
    365275692115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass14,707 miles (+614)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    14,707 miles
    Test number
    949614491148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass14,093 miles (+581)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    14,093 miles
    Test number
    511938080168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass13,512 miles (+490)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    13,512 miles
    Test number
    353540899134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass13,022 miles (+575)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    13,022 miles
    Test number
    290886888160
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
  16. Pass12,447 miles (+722)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    12,447 miles
    Test number
    274554887181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass11,725 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    11,725 miles
    Test number
    940702796163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K79 RBK

Does K79 RBK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K79 RBK is valid until 1 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on K79 RBK?
The MOT on K79 RBK is valid until 1 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K79 RBK done?
K79 RBK was recorded at 19,755 miles at its MOT on 2 Jul 2026, an average of 402 miles a year.
Has K79 RBK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K79 RBK has failed 2 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on K79 RBK ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on K79 RBK find?
K79 RBK passed its latest MOT on 2 Jul 2026 with 3 advisories: front brake lever has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot; front valve stem slightly damaged; nearside rear footrest slightly loose.

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