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L170 UAV

1994 Suzuki GS500E

Red Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

27,720 mi
Last recorded27,720 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 1994 Suzuki GS500E27,012 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL170 UAV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500E
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 27,720 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2025 27,720 miles

Offside Rear Footrest insecure split pin missing (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 28 Aug 2024 27,343 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2023 27,083 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 26,940 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2021 26,801 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 26,043 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 25,726 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 25,049 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2016 23,594 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 23,563 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 23,552 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 8 Jul 2010 23,509 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2009 23,484 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Pass 25 Jul 2009 23,484 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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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L170 UAV is a 1994 Suzuki GS500E in Red with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1994 Suzuki GS500E models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 27,012 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 L170 UAV, 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 32 years old, this Suzuki GS500E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L170 UAV registered?

L170 UAV is a 1994 Suzuki GS500E, first registered on 14 May 1994.

Is L170 UAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for L170 UAV shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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