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SHW 873S

1978 Suzuki TS250

Yellow Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2016
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,853 mi
Last recorded16,853 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2015
Typical for 1978 Suzuki TS2508,584 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSHW 873S
MakeSuzuki
ModelTS250
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 7 Mar 2015 16,853 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

front tyre perished

seat corroded & weak

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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SHW 873S is a 1978 Suzuki TS250 in Yellow with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Suzuki TS250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 8,584 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 SHW 873S, 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 48 years old, this Suzuki TS250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SHW 873S?

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What year was SHW 873S registered?

SHW 873S is a 1978 Suzuki TS250, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is SHW 873S safe to buy?

The MOT history for SHW 873S shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SHW 873S have outstanding finance?

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