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PWV 17R

1977 Suzuki TS185

Orange Petrol 184cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2017
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

24,320 mi
Last recorded24,320 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2016
Typical for 1977 Suzuki TS1857,610 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPWV 17R
MakeSuzuki
ModelTS185
Year1977
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine184cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2016 24,320 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2016 24,317 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 30 Jun 2012 23,616 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

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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PWV 17R is a 1977 Suzuki TS185 in Orange with a 184cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1977 Suzuki TS185 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 7,610 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 TS185 fails its MOT is horn not working, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PWV 17R, 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 49 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 PWV 17R?

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What year was PWV 17R registered?

PWV 17R is a 1977 Suzuki TS185, first registered on 17 January 1977.

Is PWV 17R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PWV 17R shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PWV 17R have outstanding finance?

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