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D550 EVT

1987 Suzuki RG500

Multi-colour Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2014
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

19,866 mi
Last recorded19,866 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2013
Typical for 1987 Suzuki RG50021,060 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD550 EVT
MakeSuzuki
ModelRG500
Year1987
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2013 19,866 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2012 19,668 miles

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 10 Mar 2012 19,668 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 18,980 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 18,858 miles

as per original vt32

Fail 28 Jun 2007 18,828 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.1a)

Offside Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

foot brake travel greater than standard but still reserve travel

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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D550 EVT is a 1987 Suzuki RG500 in Multi-colour with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1987 Suzuki RG500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 21,060 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 D550 EVT, 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 39 years old, this Suzuki RG500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of D550 EVT?

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What year was D550 EVT registered?

D550 EVT is a 1987 Suzuki RG500, first registered on 20 May 1987.

Is D550 EVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for D550 EVT 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 D550 EVT have outstanding finance?

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