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DNB 427T

1979 Suzuki GT250

Blue Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2020
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

14,532 mi
Last recorded14,532 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2019
Typical for 1979 Suzuki GT25021,020 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDNB 427T
MakeSuzuki
ModelGT250
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2019 14,532 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 14,518 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2019 14,518 miles

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Apr 2017 14,416 miles

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

Fail 19 Apr 2017 14,416 miles

Rear All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 2 Oct 2014 14,057 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2014 14,057 miles

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.5a) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1j) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b) DANGEROUS

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

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b) DANGEROUS

Fail 19 Jul 2014 13,986 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front tyre cracking

How Reliable is the Suzuki GT250?

Based on 3,081 MOT tests across 777 vehicles.

86.9%
Pass Rate
134
Miles/Year
53
Year Lifespan
777
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 18
Direction indicators not working 15
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 13
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 13
Horn not working 13
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DNB 427T is a 1979 Suzuki GT250 in Blue with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1979 Suzuki GT250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 21,020 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 GT250 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 18 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DNB 427T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GT250 typically stays on UK roads for around 53 years. At 47 years old, this Suzuki GT250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DNB 427T registered?

DNB 427T is a 1979 Suzuki GT250, first registered on 23 April 1979.

Is DNB 427T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DNB 427T shows 8 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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