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GEF 638V

1980 Suzuki Trike

Blue Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2016
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

44,156 mi
Last recorded44,156 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2015
Typical for 1980 Suzuki Trike39,788 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGEF 638V
MakeSuzuki
ModelTrike
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2015 44,156 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2015 44,156 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Rear Brake rod insecure (3.5.1d)

Pass 12 May 2012 40,540 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Sep 2009 40,184 miles

front tyre side wall cracks

Fail 13 Sep 2008 40,112 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 13 Sep 2008 40,112 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 23 Aug 2007 39,788 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 42,612 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Trike?

Based on 2,292 MOT tests across 217 vehicles.

81.7%
Pass Rate
445
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
217
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 29
Stop lamp not working 27
reflector missing 18
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 18
parking brake recording little or no effort 17
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GEF 638V is a 1980 Suzuki Trike in Blue with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1980 Suzuki Trike models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 39,788 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 Trike fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GEF 638V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GEF 638V?

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What year was GEF 638V registered?

GEF 638V is a 1980 Suzuki Trike, first registered on 14 March 1980.

Is GEF 638V safe to buy?

The MOT history for GEF 638V shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GEF 638V have outstanding finance?

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