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C525 HGL

1986 Suzuki RG500

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2020
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

2,680 mi
Last recorded2,680 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2019
Typical for 1986 Suzuki RG50017,546 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC525 HGL
MakeSuzuki
ModelRG500
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2019 2,680 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Apr 2019 2,669 miles

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2011 2,378 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 2,301 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 1,693 miles

Rear Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

fairing brackets obstrusive

Fail 14 Oct 2008 1,693 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

fairing brackets obstrusive

Fail 15 Jun 2007 1,360 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle incorrectly positioned (1.4.2d)

Pass 15 Jun 2007 1,360 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 31,939 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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C525 HGL is a 1986 Suzuki RG500 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 C525 HGL, 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 C525 HGL registered?

C525 HGL is a 1986 Suzuki RG500, first registered on 23 May 1986.

Is C525 HGL safe to buy?

The MOT history for C525 HGL shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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