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LPC 858P

1975 Suzuki T500

Red Petrol 493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

42,673 mi
Last recorded42,673 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2015
Typical for 1975 Suzuki T50025,479 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLPC 858P
MakeSuzuki
ModelT500
Year1975
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine493cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2015 42,673 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2015 42,673 miles

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 1 Aug 2014 42,562 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 42,490 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 14 Jul 2012 42,349 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 42,251 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 42,223 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 42,043 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 41,888 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki T500?

Based on 1,269 MOT tests across 337 vehicles.

89.2%
Pass Rate
169
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
337
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering headbearing has excessive free play 7
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 5
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 4
Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user 4
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 3
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LPC 858P is a 1975 Suzuki T500 in Red with a 493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1975 Suzuki T500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 25,479 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki T500 fails its MOT is steering headbearing has excessive free play, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LPC 858P, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki T500 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 51 years old, this Suzuki T500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LPC 858P?

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What year was LPC 858P registered?

LPC 858P is a 1975 Suzuki T500, first registered on 29 November 1975.

Is LPC 858P safe to buy?

The MOT history for LPC 858P shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LPC 858P have outstanding finance?

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