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MCW 185J

1997 Suzuki T500

Purple Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2012
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

10,754 mi
Last recorded10,754 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2011
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMCW 185J
MakeSuzuki
ModelT500
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2011 10,754 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2011 10,754 miles

Front wheel spindle loose (2.3.3a)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 29 Jul 2006 10,011 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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MCW 185J is a 1997 Suzuki T500 in Purple with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 MCW 185J, 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 29 years old, this Suzuki T500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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How do I check the history of MCW 185J?

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What year was MCW 185J registered?

MCW 185J is a 1997 Suzuki T500, first registered on 19 May 1997.

Is MCW 185J safe to buy?

The MOT history for MCW 185J shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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