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V170 EFV

1999 Suzuki GS125ES

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

16,172 mi
Last recorded16,172 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 1999 Suzuki GS125ES18,802 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV170 EFV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS125ES
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 16,172 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 30,486 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 27,343 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 22,779 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 17 May 2012 22,779 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.2b)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 15 May 2012 22,752 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.1)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Fail 18 Apr 2012 22,644 miles

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

Rear number plate damaged.

Pass 23 Feb 2011 15,555 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GS125ES?

Based on 4,085 MOT tests across 566 vehicles.

73.0%
Pass Rate
924
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
566
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 118
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 94
Drive chain excessively loose 70
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 59
Drive chain worn to excess 55
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V170 EFV is a 1999 Suzuki GS125ES in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1999 Suzuki GS125ES models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 18,802 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 GS125ES fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 118 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V170 EFV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GS125ES typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 27 years old, this Suzuki GS125ES is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was V170 EFV registered?

V170 EFV is a 1999 Suzuki GS125ES, first registered on 27 September 1999.

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