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F580 FWA

1989 Suzuki RG500

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

28,355 mi
Last recorded28,355 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 1989 Suzuki RG50017,214 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF580 FWA
MakeSuzuki
ModelRG500
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 28,355 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2024 27,791 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2023 27,505 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2022 27,100 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2021 26,680 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 26,225 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 25,797 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 25,565 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 25,310 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 8 Jul 2017 25,310 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 25 Jun 2016 25,018 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2015 24,515 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 24,090 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 23,634 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 23,387 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 22,908 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 22,352 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 21,837 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 21,657 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 19,881 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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F580 FWA is a 1989 Suzuki RG500 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 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 F580 FWA, 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 F580 FWA?

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What year was F580 FWA registered?

F580 FWA is a 1989 Suzuki RG500, first registered on 19 May 1989.

Is F580 FWA safe to buy?

The MOT history for F580 FWA shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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