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JCW 549W

1981 Suzuki SP370

Red Petrol 368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2023
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

7,221 mi
Last recorded7,221 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2022
4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJCW 549W
MakeSuzuki
ModelSP370
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine368cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2022 7,221 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 7,214 miles

Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Fail 26 Aug 2020 7,214 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Pass 1 May 2018 7,145 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 7,117 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 6,366 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2005 6,360 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki SP370?

Based on 633 MOT tests across 131 vehicles.

83.4%
Pass Rate
139
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
131
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Horn not working 9
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 8
Direction indicator not working 7
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 5
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 4
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JCW 549W is a 1981 Suzuki SP370 in Red with a 368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

The most common reason a Suzuki SP370 fails its MOT is horn not working, accounting for 9 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JCW 549W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki SP370 typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 45 years old, this Suzuki SP370 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was JCW 549W registered?

JCW 549W is a 1981 Suzuki SP370, first registered on 31 March 1981.

Is JCW 549W safe to buy?

The MOT history for JCW 549W 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.

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