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D797 CLH

1987 Suzuki RG500

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

27,882 mi
Last recorded27,882 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2022
Typical for 1987 Suzuki RG50021,060 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD797 CLH
MakeSuzuki
ModelRG500
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2022 27,882 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 27,876 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 27,740 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 27,364 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 27,042 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 26,890 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 26,285 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 25,719 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 25,274 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 24,421 miles
Fail 11 May 2010

Rear Brake component worn and seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1) DANGEROUS

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 19 May 2009 22,933 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 22,715 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 22,577 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2006 22,310 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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D797 CLH is a 1987 Suzuki RG500 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 D797 CLH, 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 D797 CLH registered?

D797 CLH is a 1987 Suzuki RG500, first registered on 1 May 1987.

Is D797 CLH safe to buy?

The MOT history for D797 CLH 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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