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GCV 960W

1980 Suzuki SB200

Blue Petrol 196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2021
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

19,524 mi
Last recorded19,524 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2020
Typical for 1980 Suzuki SB20018,703 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGCV 960W
MakeSuzuki
ModelSB200
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine196cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2020 19,524 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 May 2017 19,458 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 26 Feb 2015 19,090 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 18,526 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

weak image to dip beam

Pass 28 Apr 2009 13,336 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 25 Apr 2008 9,858 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

headlight flat weak pattern

horn weak initially - lack of use ?

Fail 25 Apr 2008 9,858 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

headlight flat weak pattern

horn weak initially - lack of use ?

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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GCV 960W is a 1980 Suzuki SB200 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 SB200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.4% with a typical mileage of 18,703 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 GCV 960W, 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 46 years old, this Suzuki SB200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GCV 960W registered?

GCV 960W is a 1980 Suzuki SB200, first registered on 31 December 1980.

Is GCV 960W safe to buy?

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