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E356 GNV

1988 Suzuki RG500

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,651 mi
Last recorded18,651 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2025
Typical for 1988 Suzuki RG50018,226 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE356 GNV
MakeSuzuki
ModelRG500
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 9 Aug 2025 18,651 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024 18,142 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2023 17,564 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 17,211 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 16,549 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2020 16,016 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 15,240 miles

Front brake reserve travel poor

Rear brake reserve travel poor

Pass 18 Jul 2018 14,253 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 15,252 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 13,958 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Front Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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E356 GNV is a 1988 Suzuki RG500 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 E356 GNV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E356 GNV?

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What year was E356 GNV registered?

E356 GNV is a 1988 Suzuki RG500, first registered on 12 May 1988.

Is E356 GNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for E356 GNV shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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