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OMB 194V

1979 Suzuki SB200

Red Petrol 196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2018
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

29,693 mi
Last recorded29,693 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2017
Typical for 1979 Suzuki SB20018,220 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOMB 194V
MakeSuzuki
ModelSB200
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine196cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2017 29,693 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 29,680 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 29,669 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 29,612 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Throttle has slight change in engine speed when handlebars moved from lock to lock

Fail 7 Aug 2014 29,612 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Throttle has slight change in engine speed when handlebars moved from lock to lock

Pass 3 Jul 2013 29,369 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 20 Jul 2012 29,321 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki SB200?

Based on 630 MOT tests across 127 vehicles.

86.3%
Pass Rate
135
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
127
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 6
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 4
Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp 3
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing 3
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 3
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OMB 194V is a 1979 Suzuki SB200 in Red with a 196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1979 Suzuki SB200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 18,220 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki SB200 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 6 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OMB 194V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki SB200 typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 47 years old, this Suzuki SB200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OMB 194V registered?

OMB 194V is a 1979 Suzuki SB200, first registered on 16 August 1979.

Is OMB 194V safe to buy?

The MOT history for OMB 194V shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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