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D417 UGP

1998 Suzuki RG500

Yellow Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

15,953 mi
Last recorded15,953 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD417 UGP
MakeSuzuki
ModelRG500
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 15,953 miles
Pass 29 May 2024 15,795 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2023 15,759 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Apr 2022 15,626 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2021 15,456 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2019 14,913 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2018 14,726 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2018 14,726 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Sep 2017 14,612 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 14,346 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 14,021 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 13,169 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 12,629 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 12,262 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 11,518 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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D417 UGP is a 1998 Suzuki RG500 in Yellow with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 D417 UGP, 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 28 years old, this Suzuki RG500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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How do I check the history of D417 UGP?

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What year was D417 UGP registered?

D417 UGP is a 1998 Suzuki RG500, first registered on 1 July 1998.

Is D417 UGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for D417 UGP shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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