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CJL 261V

1979 Suzuki SP370

Silver Diesel 368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2020
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

8,022 mi
Last recorded8,022 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2019
Typical for 1979 Suzuki SP37015,188 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCJL 261V
MakeSuzuki
ModelSP370
Year1979
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine368cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 22 Feb 2019 8,022 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 8,022 miles

lights masked off

Pass 7 Feb 2014 8,022 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 6,667 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

How Reliable is the Suzuki SP370?

Based on 633 MOT tests across 131 vehicles.

83.4%
Pass Rate
139
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
131
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Horn not working 9
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 8
Direction indicator not working 7
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 5
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 4
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CJL 261V is a 1979 Suzuki SP370 in Silver with a 368cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Suzuki SP370 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 15,188 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki SP370 fails its MOT is horn not working, accounting for 9 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CJL 261V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki SP370 typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 47 years old, this Suzuki SP370 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CJL 261V registered?

CJL 261V is a 1979 Suzuki SP370, first registered on 1 October 1979.

Is CJL 261V safe to buy?

The MOT history for CJL 261V shows 4 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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