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L798 XCU

1994 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

27,667 mi
Last recorded27,667 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 1994 Suzuki GS50029,691 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL798 XCU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2026 27,667 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 7 Jul 2025 27,133 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Jun 2024 26,306 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Jul 2023 25,446 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 Feb 2022 24,200 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 21,129 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 Mar 2018 20,956 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

light perishing on rear tyre

Fail 13 Mar 2018 20,956 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

light perishing on rear tyre

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 26 Jul 2016 20,843 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

light perishing on rear tyre sidewall

Pass 9 Jul 2015 20,373 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 20,333 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

light perishing on rear tyre

Fail 12 Jul 2013 20,247 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

slight perishing on rear tyre sidewall

Pass 12 Jul 2013 20,247 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

slight perishing on rear tyre sidewall

Pass 29 Jun 2012 20,193 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 2 Jul 2011 20,163 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2011 20,163 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 16 Jul 2010 20,006 miles

slight binding on rear brake

Pass 10 Jul 2009 19,872 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 11 Jul 2008 19,517 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 19,206 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 18,638 miles

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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L798 XCU is a 1994 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1994 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 29,691 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 L798 XCU, 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 32 years old, this Suzuki GS500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L798 XCU registered?

L798 XCU is a 1994 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 5 May 1994.

Is L798 XCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for L798 XCU shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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