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R958 MOU

1998 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

42,863 mi
Last recorded42,863 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GS50024,455 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR958 MOU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 42,863 miles

Front perishing between treads

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear perishing to sidewalls

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 7 May 2025 42,555 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear tyre has slight perishing between treads

Pass 9 Dec 2023 42,524 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2022 41,934 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2020 41,851 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2020 41,798 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2020 41,798 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Aug 2009 38,060 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2008 33,835 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 3 Aug 2007 29,720 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 25,585 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2005 21,470 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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R958 MOU is a 1998 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 24,455 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 R958 MOU, 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 28 years old, this Suzuki GS500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R958 MOU registered?

R958 MOU is a 1998 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 1 June 1998.

Is R958 MOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R958 MOU shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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