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G198 ELB

1990 Suzuki GS500

Silver Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2025
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

21,902 mi
Last recorded21,902 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2024
Typical for 1990 Suzuki GS50032,723 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG198 ELB
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1990
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2024 21,902 miles

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 16 Aug 2024 21,902 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2023 21,818 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 22 Aug 2023 21,818 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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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G198 ELB is a 1990 Suzuki GS500 in Silver with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1990 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 32,723 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 G198 ELB, 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 36 years old, this Suzuki GS500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G198 ELB registered?

G198 ELB is a 1990 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 22 March 1990.

Is G198 ELB safe to buy?

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