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S283 RRL

1998 Suzuki GS500

Red Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

27,385 mi
Last recorded27,385 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GS50024,455 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS283 RRL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2026 27,385 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2025 27,192 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2024 27,113 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2023 26,867 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2021 26,568 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2020 25,981 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 25,029 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 24,406 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 23,869 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 23,573 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 28 May 2015 22,990 miles

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

Fail 26 May 2015 22,990 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Drive chain loose

Pass 24 Jun 2014 20,897 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 20,875 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 15 Jul 2010 20,333 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2010 20,333 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Aug 2008 20,023 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 19,790 miles

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

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

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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S283 RRL is a 1998 Suzuki GS500 in Red with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 S283 RRL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S283 RRL registered?

S283 RRL is a 1998 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 17 October 1998.

Is S283 RRL safe to buy?

The MOT history for S283 RRL shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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