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FNG 455T

1979 Suzuki GT185

Red Petrol 184cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2026
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

17,222 mi
Last recorded17,222 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2025
Typical for 1979 Suzuki GT18517,227 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFNG 455T
MakeSuzuki
ModelGT185
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine184cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2025 17,222 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 17,171 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2016 17,171 miles

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

Pass 5 Feb 2015 17,010 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2015 17,010 miles

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

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

front floor brake test brake binding

How Reliable is the Suzuki GT185?

Based on 775 MOT tests across 204 vehicles.

85.3%
Pass Rate
125
Miles/Year
53
Year Lifespan
204
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 11
Direction indicator not working 6
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 6
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 5
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 3
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FNG 455T is a 1979 Suzuki GT185 in Red with a 184cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1979 Suzuki GT185 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 17,227 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 GT185 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 11 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FNG 455T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GT185 typically stays on UK roads for around 53 years. At 47 years old, this Suzuki GT185 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of FNG 455T?

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What year was FNG 455T registered?

FNG 455T is a 1979 Suzuki GT185, first registered on 19 May 1979.

Is FNG 455T safe to buy?

The MOT history for FNG 455T shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FNG 455T have outstanding finance?

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