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C331 VKV

1985 Suzuki RG500

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2021
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

32,416 mi
Last recorded32,416 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2020
Typical for 1985 Suzuki RG50020,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC331 VKV
MakeSuzuki
ModelRG500
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2020 32,416 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 31,395 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2018 31,375 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2018 31,358 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 21 Sep 2017 31,337 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 31,278 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2015 31,216 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 30,930 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 30,586 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 30,431 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 7 Oct 2011 30,211 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 30,083 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 29,596 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2009 29,585 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 10 Oct 2008 29,410 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2007 28,343 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 16 Oct 2007 28,343 miles

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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C331 VKV is a 1985 Suzuki RG500 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1985 Suzuki RG500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 20,215 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 RG500 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 20 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C331 VKV, 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 41 years old, this Suzuki RG500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C331 VKV registered?

C331 VKV is a 1985 Suzuki RG500, first registered on 24 September 1985.

Is C331 VKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for C331 VKV shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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