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E759 GRY

1988 Suzuki RG500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2025
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

17,049 mi
Last recorded17,049 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2024
Typical for 1988 Suzuki RG50018,226 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE759 GRY
MakeSuzuki
ModelRG500
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2024 17,049 miles

Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

brake lever reserve travel just within requirements

front tyre deteriorating

Fail 22 Aug 2024 17,049 miles

Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

brake lever reserve travel just within requirements

front tyre deteriorating

Pass 15 Jun 2023 17,006 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2021 16,732 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 16,483 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 16,129 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 15,467 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 15,467 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 14,742 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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E759 GRY is a 1988 Suzuki RG500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 E759 GRY, 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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How do I check the history of E759 GRY?

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What year was E759 GRY registered?

E759 GRY is a 1988 Suzuki RG500, first registered on 15 April 1988.

Is E759 GRY safe to buy?

The MOT history for E759 GRY shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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