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PLO 842R

1976 Suzuki GT500

Red Petrol 493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2014
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

19,942 mi
Last recorded19,942 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2013
Typical for 1976 Suzuki GT50022,842 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPLO 842R
MakeSuzuki
ModelGT500
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine493cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2013 19,942 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 19,712 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 2 Jul 2009 19,550 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2009 19,550 miles

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

How Reliable is the Suzuki GT500?

Based on 1,058 MOT tests across 225 vehicles.

89.2%
Pass Rate
186
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
225
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering headbearing has excessive free play 6
Horn not working 6
Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s 6
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 5
Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim 4
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PLO 842R is a 1976 Suzuki GT500 in Red with a 493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1976 Suzuki GT500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 22,842 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 GT500 fails its MOT is steering headbearing has excessive free play, accounting for 6 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PLO 842R, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GT500 typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 50 years old, this Suzuki GT500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PLO 842R?

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What year was PLO 842R registered?

PLO 842R is a 1976 Suzuki GT500, first registered on 1 August 1976.

Is PLO 842R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PLO 842R shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PLO 842R have outstanding finance?

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