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S488 RMB

1998 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Apr 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

48,547 mi
Last recorded48,547 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GS50024,455 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS488 RMB
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 48,547 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 1 Apr 2025 38,643 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Very close and wearing uneven (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Tyre wearing uneven

Pass 20 Mar 2024 37,907 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 18 Mar 2024 37,904 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Brake cylinder travel close to excessive (1.1.16 (e) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Apr 2023 31,159 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 31 Mar 2023 31,156 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 23 Mar 2022 31,102 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Mar 2019 29,889 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 28,387 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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S488 RMB is a 1998 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 S488 RMB, 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 S488 RMB registered?

S488 RMB is a 1998 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 1 April 1998.

Is S488 RMB safe to buy?

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