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TGV 259R

1977 Suzuki TS185

Orange Petrol 183cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2021
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

19,182 mi
Last recorded19,182 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2020
Typical for 1977 Suzuki TS1857,610 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTGV 259R
MakeSuzuki
ModelTS185
Year1977
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine183cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2020 19,182 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2020 19,182 miles

Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Nov 2010 23,343 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 22,396 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 21,521 miles

headlamps dim but meet requirements

Fail 7 Oct 2008 21,521 miles

Brake locking device insecure (3.2.A1e)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 24 Sep 2007 20,534 miles

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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TGV 259R is a 1977 Suzuki TS185 in Orange with a 183cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1977 Suzuki TS185 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 7,610 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 TS185 fails its MOT is horn not working, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TGV 259R, 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 49 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 TGV 259R?

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What year was TGV 259R registered?

TGV 259R is a 1977 Suzuki TS185, first registered on 17 May 1977.

Is TGV 259R safe to buy?

The MOT history for TGV 259R shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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