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GKJ 166V

1979 Suzuki SB200

Red Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2021
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

26,900 mi
Last recorded26,900 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2020
Typical for 1979 Suzuki SB20018,220 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGKJ 166V
MakeSuzuki
ModelSB200
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2020 26,900 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 26,840 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 26,708 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 26,672 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 26,488 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 26,286 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 26,008 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2012 25,572 miles

Rear wheel spindle loose (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 19 Jun 2012 25,572 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 25,049 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 24,536 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 23,748 miles

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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GKJ 166V is a 1979 Suzuki SB200 in Red with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1979 Suzuki SB200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 18,220 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 GKJ 166V, 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 47 years old, this Suzuki SB200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GKJ 166V registered?

GKJ 166V is a 1979 Suzuki SB200, first registered on 26 September 1979.

Is GKJ 166V safe to buy?

The MOT history for GKJ 166V shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GKJ 166V have outstanding finance?

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