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EYU 78V

1980 Suzuki X5

Blue Petrol 196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

9,607 mi
Last recorded9,607 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2011
Typical for 1980 Suzuki X524,460 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEYU 78V
MakeSuzuki
ModelX5
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine196cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2011 9,607 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 8,970 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 8,814 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 8,604 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2008 8,591 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 3 Mar 2007 10,698 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 9,878 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki X5?

Based on 659 MOT tests across 110 vehicles.

88.5%
Pass Rate
176
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
110
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 6
Horn not working 5
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing 4
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 3
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 3
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EYU 78V is a 1980 Suzuki X5 in Blue with a 196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1980 Suzuki X5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.0% with a typical mileage of 24,460 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 X5 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 6 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EYU 78V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki X5 typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 46 years old, this Suzuki X5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EYU 78V?

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What year was EYU 78V registered?

EYU 78V is a 1980 Suzuki X5, first registered on 1 July 1980.

Is EYU 78V safe to buy?

The MOT history for EYU 78V shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EYU 78V have outstanding finance?

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