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HCE 474X

1981 Suzuki SB200

Blue Petrol 196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

26,330 mi
Last recorded26,330 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2009
Typical for 1981 Suzuki SB20019,297 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHCE 474X
MakeSuzuki
ModelSB200
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine196cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2009 26,330 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 26,194 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2008 26,192 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 31 Aug 2006 26,185 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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HCE 474X is a 1981 Suzuki SB200 in Blue with a 196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1981 Suzuki SB200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 19,297 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 HCE 474X, 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 45 years old, this Suzuki SB200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HCE 474X?

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What year was HCE 474X registered?

HCE 474X is a 1981 Suzuki SB200, first registered on 13 October 1981.

Is HCE 474X safe to buy?

The MOT history for HCE 474X shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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