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FOD 789V

1979 Suzuki TS250

Yellow Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

4,199 mi
Last recorded4,199 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2007
Typical for 1979 Suzuki TS25014,502 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFOD 789V
MakeSuzuki
ModelTS250
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2007 4,199 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2007 4,199 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

How Reliable is the Suzuki TS250?

Based on 1,992 MOT tests across 466 vehicles.

85.3%
Pass Rate
127
Miles/Year
52
Year Lifespan
466
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Horn not working 32
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 32
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 19
Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user 18
reflector on motorcycle missing 17
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FOD 789V is a 1979 Suzuki TS250 in Yellow with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1979 Suzuki TS250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 14,502 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 TS250 fails its MOT is horn not working, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FOD 789V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki TS250 typically stays on UK roads for around 52 years. At 47 years old, this Suzuki TS250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FOD 789V?

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What year was FOD 789V registered?

FOD 789V is a 1979 Suzuki TS250, first registered on 7 August 1979.

Is FOD 789V safe to buy?

The MOT history for FOD 789V 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 FOD 789V have outstanding finance?

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