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L252 LWT

1993 Suzuki GS500E

Green Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2019
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

26,850 mi
Last recorded26,850 miles
Recorded on17 May 2018
Typical for 1993 Suzuki GS500E29,296 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL252 LWT
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500E
Year1993
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 May 2018 26,850 miles
Fail 17 May 2018 26,850 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 1 Apr 2017 25,545 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 13 May 2016 25,412 miles

Front Throttle cable a little tight on l h lock ( cable too short )

Fail 12 May 2016 25,412 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

throttle cable too tight. in left lock

Pass 1 May 2015 24,956 miles

Nearside Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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L252 LWT is a 1993 Suzuki GS500E in Green with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1993 Suzuki GS500E models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 29,296 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 L252 LWT, 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 33 years old, this Suzuki GS500E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L252 LWT registered?

L252 LWT is a 1993 Suzuki GS500E, first registered on 1 September 1993.

Is L252 LWT safe to buy?

The MOT history for L252 LWT shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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