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Suzuki GS500

Red · Petrol · 1993 · 487 cc

L23 VAMMOT history

L23 VAM is a red petrol Suzuki GS500 first used on 16 Aug 1993. Its MOT expired on 15 May 2025 and it has passed 6 of 8 MOT tests, with 31,381 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 May 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 15 May 2025
Mileage
31,381 mi
At MOT on 16 May 2024
MOT tests
8
6 passed · 2 failed
Per year
731 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L23 VAM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
GS500
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
487 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
16 Aug 1993
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 May 2025
Latest MOT test
16 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

L23 VAM was last recorded at 31,381 miles on 16 May 2024, 4,369 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Mar 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 24 Feb 2022: 23,946 miles, lower than 25,508 miles on 3 Aug 2009.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
27,012 miles · 30 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
4,369 miles
Average per year
731 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 31,381 miles
  • 2023 – 27,012 miles
  • 2022 – 23,946 miles
  • 2009 – 25,508 miles
  • 2008 – 23,735 miles
  • 2007 – 19,055 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass31,381 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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.

  • Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

8 tests since 7 Jun 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass31,381 miles (+4,369)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2025
    Odometer
    31,381 miles
    Test number
    268256813865
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass27,012 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    27,012 miles
    Test number
    377280459870
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Lower Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement middle (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (replacement disc after last mot test) (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  3. Fail27,009 miles (+3,063)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,009 miles
    Test number
    167517770289
    • MajorFront Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorHandlebar retaining device loose (2.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorHorn not working effected by use of lights (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryDrive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass23,946 miles (-1,562)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    23,946 miles
    Test number
    468560833999
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  5. Pass25,508 miles (+1,773)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    25,508 miles
    Test number
    461445219231
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  6. Pass23,735 miles (+4,680)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    23,735 miles
    Test number
    633700788156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass19,055 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    19,055 miles
    Test number
    202068487496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. FailMileage not read5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    664638957105
    • FailureFront Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)
    • FailureRear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)
    • FailureRear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)
    • FailureRoller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Questions about L23 VAM

Does L23 VAM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L23 VAM expired on 15 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L23 VAM?
The MOT on L23 VAM expired on 15 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L23 VAM done?
L23 VAM was recorded at 31,381 miles at its MOT on 16 May 2024, an average of 731 miles a year.
Has L23 VAM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L23 VAM has failed 2 of its 8 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on L23 VAM ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 24 Feb 2022. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L23 VAM find?
L23 VAM passed its latest MOT on 16 May 2024 with 1 advisory: nearside front shock absorber has a light misting of oil.

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