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JHM 756W

1981 Suzuki SP400

Blue Petrol 396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2024
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

11,969 mi
Last recorded11,969 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2023
Typical for 1981 Suzuki SP40035,080 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJHM 756W
MakeSuzuki
ModelSP400
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine396cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2023 11,969 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil osf fork . (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 16 Jun 2023 11,969 miles

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel front brake lever (1.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil osf fork . (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Jul 2022 11,879 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 11,813 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2020 11,715 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki SP400?

Based on 589 MOT tests across 111 vehicles.

83.7%
Pass Rate
168
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
111
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 7
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 6
reflector on motorcycle missing 5
Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute 4
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 4
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JHM 756W is a 1981 Suzuki SP400 in Blue with a 396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1981 Suzuki SP400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.7% with a typical mileage of 35,080 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 SP400 fails its MOT is headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JHM 756W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki SP400 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 45 years old, this Suzuki SP400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of JHM 756W?

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What year was JHM 756W registered?

JHM 756W is a 1981 Suzuki SP400, first registered on 31 March 1981.

Is JHM 756W safe to buy?

The MOT history for JHM 756W shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does JHM 756W have outstanding finance?

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