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R470 BAF

1997 Suzuki Trike

Red Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2024
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,685 mi
Last recorded14,685 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2023
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Trike18,760 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR470 BAF
MakeSuzuki
ModelTrike
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 12 Sep 2023 14,685 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2021 14,247 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 13,753 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 13,397 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 13,139 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 12,606 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 12,236 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 12,086 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 11,584 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 11,376 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 10,872 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 10,384 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 9,711 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 9,452 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Trike?

Based on 2,292 MOT tests across 217 vehicles.

81.7%
Pass Rate
445
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
217
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 29
Stop lamp not working 27
reflector missing 18
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 18
parking brake recording little or no effort 17
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R470 BAF is a 1997 Suzuki Trike in Red with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki Trike models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 18,760 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki Trike fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R470 BAF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Trike typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki Trike is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R470 BAF registered?

R470 BAF is a 1997 Suzuki Trike, first registered on 9 August 1997.

Is R470 BAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R470 BAF shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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