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C14 ORG

1987 Suzuki RG500

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

21,558 mi
Last recorded21,558 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2025
Typical for 1987 Suzuki RG50021,060 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC14 ORG
MakeSuzuki
ModelRG500
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2025 21,558 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2024 21,345 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2023 21,186 miles

Nearside Hand grip not likely to come off but is loose and could do with re--gluing

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2022 21,035 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 12 Mar 2021 20,802 miles

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 9 Mar 2020 20,673 miles

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

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 11 Mar 2019 20,539 miles

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 14 Mar 2018 20,306 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 19,890 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 19,395 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 18,779 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 17,837 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2014 17,837 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

How Reliable is the Suzuki RG500?

Based on 2,459 MOT tests across 436 vehicles.

89.8%
Pass Rate
166
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
436
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 20
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 13
Direction indicator not working 9
Horn not working 7
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 7
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C14 ORG is a 1987 Suzuki RG500 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1987 Suzuki RG500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 21,060 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki RG500 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 20 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C14 ORG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki RG500 typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 39 years old, this Suzuki RG500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C14 ORG registered?

C14 ORG is a 1987 Suzuki RG500, first registered on 28 April 1987.

Is C14 ORG safe to buy?

The MOT history for C14 ORG 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.

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