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B849 BTW

1985 Suzuki -

Black Petrol 843cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2023
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

737 mi
Last recorded737 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2023
4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB849 BTW
MakeSuzuki
Model-
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine843cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 26 Aug 2023 737 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

lights masked off day time mot

Pass 21 May 2022 730 miles
Fail 20 May 2022 727 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 May 2021 692 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 28,154 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

rear motorcycle structure modified

How Reliable is the Suzuki -?

Based on 1,420 MOT tests across 118 vehicles.

85.0%
Pass Rate
850
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
118
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 8
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 7
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 5
Steering pivot point has excessive play 4
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 4
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B849 BTW is a 1985 Suzuki - in Black with a 843cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

The most common reason a Suzuki - fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B849 BTW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki - typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 41 years old, this Suzuki - is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of B849 BTW?

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What year was B849 BTW registered?

B849 BTW is a 1985 Suzuki -, first registered on 15 February 1985.

Is B849 BTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for B849 BTW shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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