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D249 PRH

1999 Suzuki RG500

Multi-colour Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2023
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

24,791 mi
Last recorded24,791 miles
Recorded on14 May 2022
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD249 PRH
MakeSuzuki
ModelRG500
Year1999
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 May 2022 24,791 miles
Pass 1 May 2021 24,749 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Fail 1 May 2021 24,749 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Apr 2019 24,695 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 20 Apr 2019 24,695 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 26 Apr 2018 24,562 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2016 24,330 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 24,010 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 22,507 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 21,807 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 21,376 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 20,519 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 19,539 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 23 May 2009 18,349 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

front brake master cyl catching slightly on fairing

Fail 23 May 2009 18,349 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

front brake master cyl catching slightly on fairing

Pass 27 Feb 2008 16,883 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2006 16,869 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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D249 PRH is a 1999 Suzuki RG500 in Multi-colour with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 D249 PRH, 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 27 years old, this Suzuki RG500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was D249 PRH registered?

D249 PRH is a 1999 Suzuki RG500, first registered on 13 July 1999.

Is D249 PRH safe to buy?

The MOT history for D249 PRH shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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