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BTD 35L

1973 Suzuki T500

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

53,253 mi
Last recorded53,253 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2018
Typical for 1973 Suzuki T50017,954 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBTD 35L
MakeSuzuki
ModelT500
Year1973
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc
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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2018 53,253 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2018 53,253 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 15 Mar 2017 52,863 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 51,968 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 18 Mar 2015 50,741 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 18 Mar 2015 50,741 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 13 Mar 2014 49,654 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 48,683 miles

Chrome in head light bowl deteriated

Pass 12 Mar 2012 47,597 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 46,419 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 45,238 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 21 Mar 2009 44,312 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

slight cracking in tread on front tyre

Pass 21 Mar 2009 44,312 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

slight cracking in tread on front tyre

Pass 29 Mar 2008 43,582 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 43,582 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 42,699 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki T500?

Based on 1,269 MOT tests across 337 vehicles.

89.2%
Pass Rate
169
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
337
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering headbearing has excessive free play 7
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 5
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 4
Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user 4
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 3
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BTD 35L is a 1973 Suzuki T500 in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1973 Suzuki T500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.0% with a typical mileage of 17,954 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 T500 fails its MOT is steering headbearing has excessive free play, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BTD 35L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki T500 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 53 years old, this Suzuki T500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BTD 35L?

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What year was BTD 35L registered?

BTD 35L is a 1973 Suzuki T500, first registered on 21 June 1973.

Is BTD 35L safe to buy?

The MOT history for BTD 35L shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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