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S298 EUB

1998 Suzuki GS500

Yellow Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

22,406 mi
Last recorded22,406 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GS50024,455 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS298 EUB
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 22,406 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2026 22,406 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2024 20,053 miles

Headlight output reduced.

Pass 20 Jul 2023 19,367 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Jul 2017 18,916 miles

Front brake operating near full extent of travel, but locking wheel during roller brake test.

Fail 14 Jul 2017 18,916 miles

Front brake operating near full extent of travel, but locking wheel during roller brake test.

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 4 Aug 2015 17,138 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2014 15,417 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 15,366 miles

Front brake hose slightly insecure.

Pass 12 Apr 2008 15,278 miles

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

Slight corrosion on front brake pad.

Pass 7 Apr 2007 15,049 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2006 14,287 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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S298 EUB is a 1998 Suzuki GS500 in Yellow with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 S298 EUB, 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 S298 EUB registered?

S298 EUB is a 1998 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S298 EUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for S298 EUB shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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