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RCH 872X

1981 Suzuki TS185

Red Petrol 183cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

12,186 mi
Last recorded12,186 miles
Recorded on28 May 2010
Typical for 1981 Suzuki TS1858,809 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRCH 872X
MakeSuzuki
ModelTS185
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine183cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2010 12,186 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 28 May 2009 11,100 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 May 2008 10,198 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 8,918 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 8,061 miles
Fail 2 May 2006 8,057 miles

Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

slight exhaust blow †front brake arm on in wrong place †

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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RCH 872X is a 1981 Suzuki TS185 in Red with a 183cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1981 Suzuki TS185 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 8,809 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 RCH 872X, 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 45 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 RCH 872X?

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What year was RCH 872X registered?

RCH 872X is a 1981 Suzuki TS185, first registered on 21 August 1981.

Is RCH 872X safe to buy?

The MOT history for RCH 872X shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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