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E601 JPY

1987 Suzuki RG500

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2016
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

18,389 mi
Last recorded18,389 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2015
Typical for 1987 Suzuki RG50021,060 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE601 JPY
MakeSuzuki
ModelRG500
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2015 18,389 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2015 18,384 miles

Rear Brake drum(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Rear tyre oil-soaked on off-side

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 5 Jul 2013 18,384 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 18,384 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2012 18,384 miles

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

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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E601 JPY is a 1987 Suzuki RG500 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 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 E601 JPY, 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.

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How do I check the history of E601 JPY?

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What year was E601 JPY registered?

E601 JPY is a 1987 Suzuki RG500, first registered on 1 August 1987.

Is E601 JPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for E601 JPY shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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