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R294 OJT

1998 Suzuki GS500

Red Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

34,692 mi
Last recorded34,692 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GS50024,455 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR294 OJT
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2025 34,692 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive expect both sprockets to also be worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2024 34,380 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2023 33,576 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2022 32,601 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2021 32,122 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2020 31,886 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2019 30,868 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2018 29,624 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2017 28,520 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2017 28,520 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 12 Feb 2016 27,395 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2015 26,305 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2014 25,194 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2013 24,254 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 24,231 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 24,132 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 9 May 2009 22,871 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 22,668 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 28 Oct 2006 22,448 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2005 22,077 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 19 Oct 2005 22,063 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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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R294 OJT is a 1998 Suzuki GS500 in Red with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 R294 OJT, 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 R294 OJT registered?

R294 OJT is a 1998 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 19 May 1998.

Is R294 OJT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R294 OJT shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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