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DET 957V

1979 Suzuki X7

White Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2010
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

17,380 mi
Last recorded17,380 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2009
Typical for 1979 Suzuki X719,866 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDET 957V
MakeSuzuki
ModelX7
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2009 17,380 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2007 14,769 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2007 14,769 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

How Reliable is the Suzuki X7?

Based on 925 MOT tests across 200 vehicles.

87.1%
Pass Rate
141
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
200
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 8
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 7
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 7
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 6
Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride 4
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DET 957V is a 1979 Suzuki X7 in White with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1979 Suzuki X7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 19,866 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 X7 fails its MOT is shock absorber has inadequate damping effect., accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DET 957V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki X7 typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 47 years old, this Suzuki X7 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DET 957V?

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What year was DET 957V registered?

DET 957V is a 1979 Suzuki X7, first registered on 22 October 1979.

Is DET 957V safe to buy?

The MOT history for DET 957V shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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