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C243 DYC

1985 Suzuki TS185

Red Petrol 183cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2008
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

27,817 mi
Last recorded27,817 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2007
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC243 DYC
MakeSuzuki
ModelTS185
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine183cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2007 27,817 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 27 Oct 2007 27,817 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Front Brake cable excessively corroded (3.2.A1b)

Front Brake lever cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle deteriorated and function impaired (1.4.2a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 30 Sep 2006 26,670 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2005 25,802 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2005 25,778 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki TS185?

Based on 1,247 MOT tests across 297 vehicles.

81.2%
Pass Rate
116
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
297
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Horn not working 28
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 24
Direction indicator not working 17
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 12
Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user 10
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C243 DYC is a 1985 Suzuki TS185 in Red with a 183cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

The most common reason a Suzuki TS185 fails its MOT is horn not working, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C243 DYC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki TS185 typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 41 years old, this Suzuki TS185 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C243 DYC registered?

C243 DYC is a 1985 Suzuki TS185, first registered on 1 August 1985.

Is C243 DYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for C243 DYC shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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