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S541 VAW

1998 Suzuki GS500

Green Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

35,862 mi
Last recorded35,862 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GS50024,455 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS541 VAW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 35,862 miles

Central Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Apr 2025 35,068 miles

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

Fail 7 Apr 2025 35,068 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 9 Apr 2024 34,712 miles

Offside Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 9 Apr 2024 34,712 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 9 Mar 2023 34,561 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2022 33,935 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2021 32,374 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Oct 2019 28,595 miles

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

Front Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced frame has slight corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened swing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

clutch lever slightly damaged but not effecting the operation

Pass 23 Oct 2018 25,281 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively discs worn thin (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front tyre is perishing

Fail 19 Oct 2018 25,270 miles

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively discs worn thin (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front tyre is perishing

Pass 25 Jun 2015 25,069 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 20,539 miles

front and rear tyres are cracking on side walls

Pass 26 May 2011 19,301 miles

Signs of cracks in side wall of rear but these in no way effect requirements for MOT test.

Pass 25 May 2010 17,918 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 17,794 miles

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 8 Aug 2008 16,314 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 8 Aug 2007 14,785 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2006 13,586 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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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S541 VAW is a 1998 Suzuki GS500 in Green with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 S541 VAW, 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 S541 VAW registered?

S541 VAW is a 1998 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 6 August 1998.

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