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MJM 71X

1981 Suzuki TS185

Blue Petrol 183cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2020
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

10,749 mi
Last recorded10,749 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2019
Typical for 1981 Suzuki TS1858,809 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJM 71X
MakeSuzuki
ModelTS185
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine183cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2019 10,749 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 10,708 miles

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

Pass 28 Mar 2017 10,470 miles

Battery low.Chainguard missing.

Pass 15 Apr 2015 10,338 miles

Oil leak

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 29 Apr 2014 10,241 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 29 Apr 2014 10,241 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 10,055 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2013 10,055 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Suzuki TS185?

Based on 1,247 MOT tests across 297 vehicles.

81.2%
Pass Rate
116
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
297
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Horn not working 28
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 24
Direction indicator not working 17
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 12
Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user 10
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MJM 71X is a 1981 Suzuki TS185 in Blue with a 183cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1981 Suzuki TS185 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 8,809 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 TS185 fails its MOT is horn not working, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MJM 71X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki TS185 typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 45 years old, this Suzuki TS185 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MJM 71X registered?

MJM 71X is a 1981 Suzuki TS185, first registered on 20 August 1981.

Is MJM 71X safe to buy?

The MOT history for MJM 71X shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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