CarVerify

Free Car Check

R289 MRH

1998 Suzuki GS500

Red Petrol 487cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2021
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

49,649 mi
Last recorded49,649 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2020
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GS50024,455 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationR289 MRH
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2020 49,649 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2020 49,649 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

Handlebar so insecure it is likely to become detached Handlebar main mounting and both outer bars. (2.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected RPM increase on full lock. (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 11 Mar 2017 49,645 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 48,579 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 47,924 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 47,377 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 46,751 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 24 May 2011 43,097 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 39,971 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 38,174 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 36,318 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 33,788 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 31,096 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
Full Suzuki GS500 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

R289 MRH is a 1998 Suzuki GS500 in Red with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 R289 MRH, 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

How do I check the history of R289 MRH?

You can check the full history of R289 MRH by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was R289 MRH registered?

R289 MRH is a 1998 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 28 May 1998.

Is R289 MRH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R289 MRH shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R289 MRH have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on R289 MRH. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.