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F728 SPG

1989 Suzuki RG500

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

10,246 mi
Last recorded10,246 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2025
Typical for 1989 Suzuki RG50017,214 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF728 SPG
MakeSuzuki
ModelRG500
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2025 10,246 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 9,900 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 9,675 miles

front tyre walls starting to crack

Pass 2 Jan 2015 9,320 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 9,046 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 8,888 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 8,689 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 8,518 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 8,469 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 8,349 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 8,191 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 7,785 miles
Fail 13 May 2006 7,785 miles

Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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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F728 SPG is a 1989 Suzuki RG500 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 F728 SPG, 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 F728 SPG?

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What year was F728 SPG registered?

F728 SPG is a 1989 Suzuki RG500, first registered on 1 June 1989.

Is F728 SPG safe to buy?

The MOT history for F728 SPG shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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