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E562 BGJ

1990 Suzuki RG500

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

4,843 mi
Last recorded4,843 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 1990 Suzuki RG50016,052 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE562 BGJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelRG500
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 4,843 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2025 4,180 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2024 2,967 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2023 914 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2023 914 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 Mar 2022 1 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 20,966 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 25 Mar 2006 20,911 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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E562 BGJ is a 1990 Suzuki RG500 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1990 Suzuki RG500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.8% with a typical mileage of 16,052 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 E562 BGJ, 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 36 years old, this Suzuki RG500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E562 BGJ registered?

E562 BGJ is a 1990 Suzuki RG500, first registered on 16 May 1990.

Is E562 BGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for E562 BGJ shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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