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D682 JML

1987 Suzuki RG500

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

1,020 mi
Last recorded1,020 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 1987 Suzuki RG50021,060 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD682 JML
MakeSuzuki
ModelRG500
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 1,020 miles
Pass 21 May 2025 1,090 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2023 1,090 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 1,020 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2021 9,386 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 1,042 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 1,013 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 9,329 miles

daytime use only

no lights fitted at time of test

not to be used at night or at times of seriously reduced visibility

Pass 23 Jul 2011 873 miles

Daylight use only.Not to be used in adverse weather conditions.

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 16 Jul 2010 48 miles

Advise no turn signals or front or rear lights to use in daylight hours only

Fail 16 Jul 2010 48 miles

Advise no turn signals or front or rear lights to use in daylight hours only

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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D682 JML is a 1987 Suzuki RG500 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 D682 JML, 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

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What year was D682 JML registered?

D682 JML is a 1987 Suzuki RG500, first registered on 12 May 1987.

Is D682 JML safe to buy?

The MOT history for D682 JML shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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