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C818 WCJ

1986 Suzuki RG500

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

32,642 mi
Last recorded32,642 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 1986 Suzuki RG50017,546 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC818 WCJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelRG500
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 32,642 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2025 32,263 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 32,113 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2023 31,369 miles
Pass 12 May 2021 31,369 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2019 31,019 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 30,852 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2017 30,735 miles

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

Pass 29 Dec 2015 30,588 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2014 30,181 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 30,072 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 29,633 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 29,210 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 29,162 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2010 29,162 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 29 May 2008 29,002 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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C818 WCJ is a 1986 Suzuki RG500 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 C818 WCJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C818 WCJ registered?

C818 WCJ is a 1986 Suzuki RG500, first registered on 6 January 1986.

Is C818 WCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for C818 WCJ shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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