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C338 JCA

1986 Suzuki RG500

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2024
Tests24 (15 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

29,309 mi
Last recorded29,309 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2023
Typical for 1986 Suzuki RG50017,546 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC338 JCA
MakeSuzuki
ModelRG500
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

15 pass 9 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2023 29,309 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2023 29,309 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 17 May 2022 29,309 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Apr 2021 28,439 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

rear suspension hose kinked

Pass 26 May 2020 27,990 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 27,301 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Fail 28 Mar 2019 27,299 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Chain guard missing ()

rear suspension hose rubbing engine mounting

Pass 15 Feb 2018 27,294 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Fail 15 Feb 2018 27,294 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle incorrectly positioned (1.4.2d)

Pass 23 Mar 2017 26,693 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn rivets worn . (3.2.A1l)

Fail 23 Mar 2017 26,693 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn rivets worn . (3.2.A1l)

Rear reflector on motorcycle incorrectly positioned (1.4.2d)

Pass 19 Mar 2016 26,497 miles

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

no chainguard fitted

some led lights in rear lamp not working

Fail 17 Mar 2016 26,496 miles

Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

no chainguard fitted

some led lights in rear lamp not working

Pass 20 Jun 2014 25,948 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 25,636 miles

Chain guard missing

Fail 15 Jun 2013 25,634 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle incorrectly positioned (1.4.2d)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Rear Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h) DANGEROUS

Chain guard missing

Pass 31 Jul 2010 25,450 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2009 24,695 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear reflector on motorcycle incorrectly positioned (1.4.2d)

Pass 6 Aug 2009 24,695 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 2 Aug 2008 23,909 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2007 22,805 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2007 22,805 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 17 Jul 2006 22,173 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2006 22,173 miles

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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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C338 JCA is a 1986 Suzuki RG500 in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1986 Suzuki RG500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 17,546 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 C338 JCA, 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 40 years old, this Suzuki RG500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C338 JCA registered?

C338 JCA is a 1986 Suzuki RG500, first registered on 17 January 1986.

Is C338 JCA safe to buy?

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