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C717 TLH

1985 Suzuki RG500

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2025
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

18,916 mi
Last recorded18,916 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2024
Typical for 1985 Suzuki RG50020,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC717 TLH
MakeSuzuki
ModelRG500
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2024 18,916 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2023 18,622 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2023 18,622 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2022 18,091 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2021 17,674 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 16,895 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2018 16,895 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Jul 2017 16,160 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 28 May 2015 15,573 miles

Rear Upper Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 14 May 2013 14,894 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 14,444 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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C717 TLH is a 1985 Suzuki RG500 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 C717 TLH, 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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How do I check the history of C717 TLH?

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What year was C717 TLH registered?

C717 TLH is a 1985 Suzuki RG500, first registered on 30 August 1985.

Is C717 TLH safe to buy?

The MOT history for C717 TLH shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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