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S463 RDW

1998 Suzuki GS500

Red Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

16,519 mi
Last recorded16,519 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GS50024,455 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS463 RDW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2025 16,519 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2019 16,507 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 8 Jun 2015 16,506 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 8 Jun 2015 16,506 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

Pass 17 Mar 2012 16,493 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2010 16,199 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 7,189 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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S463 RDW is a 1998 Suzuki GS500 in Red with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 S463 RDW, 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 S463 RDW registered?

S463 RDW is a 1998 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S463 RDW safe to buy?

The MOT history for S463 RDW shows 7 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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