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HMR 804W

1981 Suzuki TS250

Red Petrol 246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2021
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

10,148 mi
Last recorded10,148 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2020
Typical for 1981 Suzuki TS25015,194 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHMR 804W
MakeSuzuki
ModelTS250
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine246cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2020 10,148 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2019 10,099 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 10,077 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 10,042 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 10,015 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.1b)

Pass 26 Mar 2015 9,989 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 22 Mar 2014 9,957 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 9,790 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2013 9,790 miles

Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 30 Mar 2012 9,553 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Fail 30 Mar 2012 9,553 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct stroke width (6.3.4a)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 16 Feb 2011 9,311 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2011 9,311 miles

Front Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 2 Feb 2010 9,287 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2009 8,992 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2009 8,992 miles

Front Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 14 Mar 2008 8,809 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 8,701 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2007 8,701 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 31 Mar 2006 8,341 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Suzuki TS250?

Based on 1,992 MOT tests across 466 vehicles.

85.3%
Pass Rate
127
Miles/Year
52
Year Lifespan
466
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Horn not working 32
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 32
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 19
Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user 18
reflector on motorcycle missing 17
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HMR 804W is a 1981 Suzuki TS250 in Red with a 246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1981 Suzuki TS250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 15,194 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 TS250 fails its MOT is horn not working, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HMR 804W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki TS250 typically stays on UK roads for around 52 years. At 45 years old, this Suzuki TS250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HMR 804W registered?

HMR 804W is a 1981 Suzuki TS250, first registered on 7 May 1981.

Is HMR 804W safe to buy?

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