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OWY 9W

1980 Suzuki SP400

Black Petrol 396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2025
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

23,590 mi
Last recorded23,590 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2024
Typical for 1980 Suzuki SP40013,014 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOWY 9W
MakeSuzuki
ModelSP400
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine396cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2024 23,590 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 23,587 miles

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement swinging arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2021 23,585 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2020 23,583 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2020 23,583 miles

Rear Brake rod insecure torque arm (1.1.15 (c))

Pass 6 Jun 2019 23,550 miles
Fail 8 May 2019 23,550 miles

Front All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Front Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Front Wheel spoke excessively loose (5.2.2 (d))

Rear All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Stop lamp insecure (4.3.1 (c) (i))

Pass 6 May 2016 23,533 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 23,528 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 23,523 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 73,394 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 23,232 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 19 Mar 2007 23,194 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki SP400?

Based on 589 MOT tests across 111 vehicles.

83.7%
Pass Rate
168
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
111
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 7
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 6
reflector on motorcycle missing 5
Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute 4
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 4
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OWY 9W is a 1980 Suzuki SP400 in Black with a 396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1980 Suzuki SP400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 13,014 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki SP400 fails its MOT is headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OWY 9W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki SP400 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 46 years old, this Suzuki SP400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was OWY 9W registered?

OWY 9W is a 1980 Suzuki SP400, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is OWY 9W safe to buy?

The MOT history for OWY 9W shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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