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SRD 640S

1977 Suzuki GT500

Blue Petrol 493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

18,597 mi
Last recorded18,597 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2017
Typical for 1977 Suzuki GT50022,674 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSRD 640S
MakeSuzuki
ModelGT500
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine493cc
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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2017 18,597 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 17,547 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 17,522 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 17,499 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 17,468 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 17,440 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 17,373 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

number plate very slight damage

Fail 31 Mar 2010 17,362 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Number plate slightly damaged.

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 28 Mar 2009 17,286 miles

drive chain very tight.

Pass 8 Apr 2008 17,216 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake cable outer casing slightly damaged (3.2.A1b)

Fail 8 Apr 2008 17,216 miles

Rear Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake cable outer casing slightly damaged (3.2.A1b)

Pass 8 Mar 2007 17,021 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GT500?

Based on 1,058 MOT tests across 225 vehicles.

89.2%
Pass Rate
186
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
225
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering headbearing has excessive free play 6
Horn not working 6
Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s 6
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 5
Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim 4
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SRD 640S is a 1977 Suzuki GT500 in Blue with a 493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1977 Suzuki GT500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.4% with a typical mileage of 22,674 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 GT500 fails its MOT is steering headbearing has excessive free play, accounting for 6 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SRD 640S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GT500 typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 49 years old, this Suzuki GT500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SRD 640S?

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What year was SRD 640S registered?

SRD 640S is a 1977 Suzuki GT500, first registered on 26 October 1977.

Is SRD 640S safe to buy?

The MOT history for SRD 640S shows 12 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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