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PTV 153R

1976 Suzuki TS250

Red Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2013
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

11,962 mi
Last recorded11,962 miles
Recorded on17 May 2012
Typical for 1976 Suzuki TS25015,600 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPTV 153R
MakeSuzuki
ModelTS250
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 17 May 2012 11,962 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 11,561 miles

Offside Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 22 Apr 2010 11,179 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 10,990 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

lights dim due to 6v system

Pass 10 Oct 2007 10,485 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 9,085 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

How Reliable is the Suzuki TS250?

Based on 1,992 MOT tests across 466 vehicles.

85.3%
Pass Rate
127
Miles/Year
52
Year Lifespan
466
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Horn not working 32
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 32
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 19
Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user 18
reflector on motorcycle missing 17
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PTV 153R is a 1976 Suzuki TS250 in Red with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1976 Suzuki TS250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 15,600 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki TS250 fails its MOT is horn not working, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PTV 153R, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki TS250 typically stays on UK roads for around 52 years. At 50 years old, this Suzuki TS250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PTV 153R registered?

PTV 153R is a 1976 Suzuki TS250, first registered on 20 October 1976.

Is PTV 153R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PTV 153R shows 6 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 PTV 153R have outstanding finance?

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