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EEK 972V

1979 Suzuki SB200

Blue Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

16,693 mi
Last recorded16,693 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2006
Typical for 1979 Suzuki SB20018,220 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEEK 972V
MakeSuzuki
ModelSB200
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2006 16,693 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2006 16,693 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the Suzuki SB200?

Based on 630 MOT tests across 127 vehicles.

86.3%
Pass Rate
135
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
127
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 6
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 4
Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp 3
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing 3
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 3
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EEK 972V is a 1979 Suzuki SB200 in Blue with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1979 Suzuki SB200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 18,220 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 SB200 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 6 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EEK 972V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki SB200 typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 47 years old, this Suzuki SB200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EEK 972V?

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What year was EEK 972V registered?

EEK 972V is a 1979 Suzuki SB200, first registered on 2 August 1979.

Is EEK 972V safe to buy?

The MOT history for EEK 972V shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EEK 972V have outstanding finance?

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