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E27 JDL

1988 Suzuki RG500

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2024
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

29,345 mi
Last recorded29,345 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2023
Typical for 1988 Suzuki RG50018,226 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE27 JDL
MakeSuzuki
ModelRG500
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2023 29,345 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2022 29,266 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2021 29,246 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 29,180 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 29,137 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 29,092 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2017 28,986 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 28,924 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 28,872 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2015 28,872 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2014 28,698 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 19 Sep 2013 28,109 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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E27 JDL is a 1988 Suzuki RG500 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1988 Suzuki RG500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.9% with a typical mileage of 18,226 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 E27 JDL, 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 38 years old, this Suzuki RG500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E27 JDL registered?

E27 JDL is a 1988 Suzuki RG500, first registered on 1 March 1988.

Is E27 JDL safe to buy?

The MOT history for E27 JDL shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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