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OTT 843W

1981 Suzuki SB200

Blue Petrol 196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

29,887 mi
Last recorded29,887 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2025
Typical for 1981 Suzuki SB20019,297 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOTT 843W
MakeSuzuki
ModelSB200
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine196cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2025 29,887 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Aug 2016 29,865 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 29,851 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 29,843 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2011 29,843 miles

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 8 Jun 2010 29,800 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 29,790 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 29,245 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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OTT 843W is a 1981 Suzuki SB200 in Blue with a 196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1981 Suzuki SB200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 19,297 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 OTT 843W, 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 45 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 OTT 843W registered?

OTT 843W is a 1981 Suzuki SB200, first registered on 12 May 1981.

Is OTT 843W safe to buy?

The MOT history for OTT 843W shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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