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PBC 953R

1976 Suzuki TS185

Orange Petrol 183cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2019
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

1,168 mi
Last recorded1,168 miles
Recorded on1 May 2018
Typical for 1976 Suzuki TS18511,219 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPBC 953R
MakeSuzuki
ModelTS185
Year1976
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine183cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 1 May 2018 1,168 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 1,007 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 793 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 582 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 316 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 218 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 205 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 189 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 183 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 179 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 161 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 133 miles

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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PBC 953R is a 1976 Suzuki TS185 in Orange with a 183cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1976 Suzuki TS185 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 11,219 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki TS185 fails its MOT is horn not working, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PBC 953R, 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 50 years old, this Suzuki TS185 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PBC 953R?

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What year was PBC 953R registered?

PBC 953R is a 1976 Suzuki TS185, first registered on 1 September 1976.

Is PBC 953R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PBC 953R shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PBC 953R have outstanding finance?

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