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C973 MRA

1985 Suzuki RG500

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

11,388 mi
Last recorded11,388 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 1985 Suzuki RG50020,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC973 MRA
MakeSuzuki
ModelRG500
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 11,388 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 11,011 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2020 11,011 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 21 Nov 2011 10,931 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 21 Nov 2011 10,931 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2006 10,805 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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C973 MRA is a 1985 Suzuki RG500 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 C973 MRA, 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 C973 MRA registered?

C973 MRA is a 1985 Suzuki RG500, first registered on 8 August 1985.

Is C973 MRA safe to buy?

The MOT history for C973 MRA shows 6 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.

Does C973 MRA have outstanding finance?

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