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GSF 261T

1978 Suzuki TS185

Orange Petrol 183cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2017
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

6 mi
Last recorded6 miles
Recorded on12 May 2016
Typical for 1978 Suzuki TS18510,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGSF 261T
MakeSuzuki
ModelTS185
Year1978
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine183cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2016 6 miles
Fail 12 May 2016 6 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 7 Jun 2014 27,375 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 26,700 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 25,580 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 4 Jun 2011 24,371 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 22,439 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki TS185?

Based on 1,247 MOT tests across 297 vehicles.

81.2%
Pass Rate
116
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
297
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Horn not working 28
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 24
Direction indicator not working 17
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 12
Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user 10
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GSF 261T is a 1978 Suzuki TS185 in Orange with a 183cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1978 Suzuki TS185 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 10,681 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki TS185 fails its MOT is horn not working, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GSF 261T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki TS185 typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 48 years old, this Suzuki TS185 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GSF 261T?

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What year was GSF 261T registered?

GSF 261T is a 1978 Suzuki TS185, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is GSF 261T safe to buy?

The MOT history for GSF 261T shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GSF 261T have outstanding finance?

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