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KAA 250Y

1982 Suzuki SP400

Red Petrol 396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2022
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

20,370 mi
Last recorded20,370 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2021
Typical for 1982 Suzuki SP40017,825 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKAA 250Y
MakeSuzuki
ModelSP400
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine396cc
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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2021 20,370 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 20,120 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 20,055 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2016 20,055 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 16 May 2014 19,942 miles
Fail 16 May 2014 19,942 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 24 May 2013 19,925 miles
Fail 25 May 2012 19,866 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 25 May 2012 19,866 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 21 Apr 2011 19,740 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

tyre secureing bolts missing but not required

Fail 13 Apr 2011 19,705 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Tyre valve stem misaligned which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

tyre secureing bolts missing but not required

Pass 9 Apr 2010 19,355 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 14 Apr 2009 18,458 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2009 18,458 miles

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

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

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

Rear Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Pass 1 Apr 2008 17,847 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 18 Apr 2007 17,594 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2006 16,569 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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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KAA 250Y is a 1982 Suzuki SP400 in Red with a 396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 1982 Suzuki SP400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 17,825 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 KAA 250Y, 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 44 years old, this Suzuki SP400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KAA 250Y registered?

KAA 250Y is a 1982 Suzuki SP400, first registered on 1 August 1982.

Is KAA 250Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for KAA 250Y shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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