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C579 TLB

1985 Suzuki RG500

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

26,230 mi
Last recorded26,230 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2016
Typical for 1985 Suzuki RG50020,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC579 TLB
MakeSuzuki
ModelRG500
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2016 26,230 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 25,855 miles

Chain guard missing

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 16 Nov 2013 25,797 miles

Chain guard missing

Fail 16 Nov 2013 25,797 miles

Chain guard missing

Horn missing (1.7.1)

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

Pass 26 May 2012 25,788 miles

Chain guard missing

lights covered over/ not to be used at night or periods of low visability

Pass 10 Oct 2009 25,019 miles

Chain guard missing

no plate damaged

Pass 21 Aug 2008 23,581 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 21 Aug 2008 23,581 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 23 Aug 2007 22,342 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2005 22,093 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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C579 TLB is a 1985 Suzuki RG500 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 C579 TLB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C579 TLB registered?

C579 TLB is a 1985 Suzuki RG500, first registered on 9 August 1985.

Is C579 TLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for C579 TLB shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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