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F250 SMG

1989 Suzuki RG500

Multi-colour Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

19,057 mi
Last recorded19,057 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 1989 Suzuki RG50017,214 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF250 SMG
MakeSuzuki
ModelRG500
Year1989
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 19,057 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2024 18,660 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 18,336 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2020 18,336 miles

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

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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F250 SMG is a 1989 Suzuki RG500 in Multi-colour with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1989 Suzuki RG500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.9% with a typical mileage of 17,214 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 F250 SMG, 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 37 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 F250 SMG?

You can check the full history of F250 SMG by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was F250 SMG registered?

F250 SMG is a 1989 Suzuki RG500, first registered on 25 January 1989.

Is F250 SMG safe to buy?

The MOT history for F250 SMG shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F250 SMG have outstanding finance?

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