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F486 BFL

1989 Suzuki RG500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2020
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

36,382 mi
Last recorded36,382 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2019
Typical for 1989 Suzuki RG50017,214 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF486 BFL
MakeSuzuki
ModelRG500
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2019 36,382 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Apr 2018 36,375 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Sep 2014 36,370 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2013 36,088 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 35,880 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 35,349 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2010 34,307 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 17 Jul 2010 34,307 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(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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F486 BFL is a 1989 Suzuki RG500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 F486 BFL, 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.

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What year was F486 BFL registered?

F486 BFL is a 1989 Suzuki RG500, first registered on 11 February 1989.

Is F486 BFL safe to buy?

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