No, R981 UNT is currently recorded as untaxed in official DVLA vehicle records.

When is the MOT due for R981 UNT?

The MOT for R981 UNT is valid and due for renewal on or before 7 November 2020.

What is the recorded mileage of R981 UNT?

The recorded mileage for R981 UNT is 20,623 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is R981 UNT ULEZ compliant?

No, R981 UNT does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

1997 Suzuki GS500 0.5L Petrol · R981 UNT

R981 UNT

1997 Suzuki GS500 (0.5L, petrol). First registered 01/08/1997. Recorded mileage 20,623 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: SUZUKI GS500
Year / Origin: 1997 · Reading
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 07/11/2020
Road Tax: Untaxed (29/10/2021)
Recorded Mileage: 20,623 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: PETROL · 0.5L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

Expired

Valid until 07/11/2020

Tax Status

Untaxed

Tax due 29/10/2021

Mileage: 20,623 mi
Fuel Type: PETROL
Year: 1997
Engine: 487cc

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R981 UNT Key Findings

15 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 08/05/2019
20,623 miles recorded at latest MOT
4 historical MOT failures
No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Recurring lighting items (7 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Below Average

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

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! Older vehicle

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R981 UNT Mileage History

20/01/20068,005 mi
12/01/200711,650 mi+3,645 mi
29/02/200814,332 mi+2,682 mi
29/02/200814,332 mi
07/07/200914,839 mi+507 mi
13/10/201015,510 mi+671 mi
20/10/201015,510 mi
27/09/201116,139 mi+629 mi
08/06/201317,449 mi+1,310 mi
14/06/201317,449 mi
02/02/201717,674 mi+225 mi
30/01/201818,037 mi+363 mi
16/04/201818,063 mi+26 mi
08/05/201818,070 mi+7 mi
08/05/201920,623 mi+2,553 mi

Average of roughly 949 miles per year across 15 recorded odometer readings.

R981 UNT MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 7 Oct 2026, 12:14

MOT Analysis

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15 MOT tests are recorded for this 1997 Suzuki Gs500 (R981 UNT) between January 2006 and May 2019.

The record contains 11 passes and 4 failures.

The most recent test on 08 May 2019 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 4 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (7 issues), Brakes (7 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 16 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)”; “Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)”; “Rear suspension bush excessively deteriorated (2.4.A2a(i))”.

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