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E820 SRH

1987 Suzuki RG500

Green Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

31,625 mi
Last recorded31,625 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 1987 Suzuki RG50021,060 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE820 SRH
MakeSuzuki
ModelRG500
Year1987
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 31,625 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2024 31,620 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2024 31,620 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 25 May 2023 31,415 miles
Pass 6 May 2022 31,137 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 31,032 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 30,945 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 30,612 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 29,893 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 28,116 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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E820 SRH is a 1987 Suzuki RG500 in Green with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 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 E820 SRH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E820 SRH?

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What year was E820 SRH registered?

E820 SRH is a 1987 Suzuki RG500, first registered on 9 September 1987.

Is E820 SRH safe to buy?

The MOT history for E820 SRH shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E820 SRH have outstanding finance?

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