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B189 BBH

1985 Suzuki FZ50

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2025
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

6,124 mi
Last recorded6,124 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2024
Typical for 1985 Suzuki FZ506,090 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB189 BBH
MakeSuzuki
ModelFZ50
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2024 6,124 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Nov 2023 5,924 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Fail 15 Nov 2023 5,924 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2008 5,812 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki FZ50?

Based on 1,237 MOT tests across 345 vehicles.

85.4%
Pass Rate
91
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
345
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Direction indicators not working 24
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 14
Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp 11
Horn not working 11
Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp 9
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B189 BBH is a 1985 Suzuki FZ50 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1985 Suzuki FZ50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 6,090 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 FZ50 fails its MOT is direction indicators not working, accounting for 24 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B189 BBH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki FZ50 typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 41 years old, this Suzuki FZ50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B189 BBH registered?

B189 BBH is a 1985 Suzuki FZ50, first registered on 20 June 1985.

Is B189 BBH safe to buy?

The MOT history for B189 BBH shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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