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J555 RGV

1998 Suzuki RG500

Red Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2026
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

887 mi
Last recorded887 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ555 RGV
MakeSuzuki
ModelRG500
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2025 887 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2025 887 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Apr 2024 798 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2022 627 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021
Pass 22 Jun 2020 605 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 533 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 498 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 465 miles

some noise from rear shock absorber

Pass 4 Apr 2015 454 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2015 4,548 miles

Drive chain fouling another component (6.2.1d)

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 21 May 2013
Pass 12 Aug 2011 22,982 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2011 22,982 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 31 Aug 2007 22,942 miles

Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 5 May 2006 21,118 miles
Fail 4 May 2006 21,118 miles

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

battery flat.

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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J555 RGV is a 1998 Suzuki RG500 in Red with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 J555 RGV, 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 28 years old, this Suzuki RG500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J555 RGV registered?

J555 RGV is a 1998 Suzuki RG500, first registered on 1 June 1998.

Is J555 RGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for J555 RGV shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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