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MDG 971W

1980 Suzuki Unknown

Orange Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2020
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

7,117 mi
Last recorded7,117 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2019
Typical for 1980 Suzuki Unknown12,768 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMDG 971W
MakeSuzuki
ModelUnknown
Year1980
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2019 7,117 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 15 Dec 2018 7,117 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

How Reliable is the Suzuki Unknown?

Based on 11,032 MOT tests across 5,181 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
283
Miles/Year
54
Year Lifespan
5,181
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 32
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 30
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 29
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MDG 971W is a 1980 Suzuki Unknown in Orange with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1980 Suzuki Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 12,768 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 Unknown fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MDG 971W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 54 years. At 46 years old, this Suzuki Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MDG 971W registered?

MDG 971W is a 1980 Suzuki Unknown, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is MDG 971W safe to buy?

The MOT history for MDG 971W shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MDG 971W have outstanding finance?

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