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D169 HME

1986 Suzuki RG500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,129 mi
Last recorded17,129 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 1986 Suzuki RG50017,546 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD169 HME
MakeSuzuki
ModelRG500
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc
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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 13 Nov 2025 17,129 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2022 17,077 miles

daytime test

Pass 22 Apr 2020 17,034 miles

no lights fitted at time of mot for day light use only

Pass 27 Apr 2018 17,034 miles

daytime test

Pass 26 Apr 2017 17,011 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 16,802 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 24 May 2012 16,627 miles

no lights fitted

Pass 26 Apr 2011 16,314 miles

no lights fitted at time of test

Pass 19 Apr 2010 16,246 miles

no lights fitted

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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D169 HME is a 1986 Suzuki RG500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1986 Suzuki RG500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 17,546 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 D169 HME, 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 40 years old, this Suzuki RG500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D169 HME registered?

D169 HME is a 1986 Suzuki RG500, first registered on 14 November 1986.

Is D169 HME safe to buy?

The MOT history for D169 HME shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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