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JFR 223W

1981 Suzuki SB200

Red Petrol 196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

19,297 mi
Last recorded19,297 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2015
Typical for 1981 Suzuki SB20019,297 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJFR 223W
MakeSuzuki
ModelSB200
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine196cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2015 19,297 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 7 Aug 2014 19,249 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 29 Aug 2013 19,149 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 6 Jan 2012 18,955 miles

no brake light switch fitted as standard to front brake

Fail 6 Jan 2012 18,955 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

no brake light switch fitted as standard to front brake

Pass 3 Nov 2010 18,721 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 18,112 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 17,407 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 16,725 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2006 16,241 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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JFR 223W is a 1981 Suzuki SB200 in Red with a 196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 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 JFR 223W, 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

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What year was JFR 223W registered?

JFR 223W is a 1981 Suzuki SB200, first registered on 30 March 1981.

Is JFR 223W safe to buy?

The MOT history for JFR 223W shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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