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LYD 597P

1975 Suzuki T500

Blue Petrol 493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2018
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

24,661 mi
Last recorded24,661 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2017
Typical for 1975 Suzuki T50025,479 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLYD 597P
MakeSuzuki
ModelT500
Year1975
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine493cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2017 24,661 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.2mm (4.1.3(i))

Pass 1 Sep 2016 24,501 miles

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

Fail 15 Jul 2016 24,493 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 27 Sep 2014 24,167 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 1 Jun 2013 22,389 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 20,948 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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LYD 597P is a 1975 Suzuki T500 in Blue with a 493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LYD 597P, 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 LYD 597P?

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What year was LYD 597P registered?

LYD 597P is a 1975 Suzuki T500, first registered on 4 September 1975.

Is LYD 597P safe to buy?

The MOT history for LYD 597P shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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