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SCW 618L

1975 Suzuki T500

Red Petrol 492cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

18,813 mi
Last recorded18,813 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2014
Typical for 1975 Suzuki T50025,479 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSCW 618L
MakeSuzuki
ModelT500
Year1975
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine492cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 20 Oct 2014 18,813 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Horn not working (1.7.3a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

both front and rear engine mounting bolts loose

How Reliable is the Suzuki T500?

Based on 1,269 MOT tests across 337 vehicles.

89.2%
Pass Rate
169
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
337
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering headbearing has excessive free play 7
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 5
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 4
Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user 4
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 3
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SCW 618L is a 1975 Suzuki T500 in Red with a 492cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1975 Suzuki T500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 25,479 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 T500 fails its MOT is steering headbearing has excessive free play, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SCW 618L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki T500 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 51 years old, this Suzuki T500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SCW 618L?

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What year was SCW 618L registered?

SCW 618L is a 1975 Suzuki T500, first registered on 31 December 1975.

Is SCW 618L safe to buy?

The MOT history for SCW 618L shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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