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TKN 665X

1981 Suzuki TS185

Red Petrol 183cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2023
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

6,695 mi
Last recorded6,695 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2022
Typical for 1981 Suzuki TS1858,809 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTKN 665X
MakeSuzuki
ModelTS185
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine183cc
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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2022 6,695 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 4 Feb 2022 6,695 miles

Front Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (5.2.3 (k))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel fractured at bridge over valve (5.2.2 (a))

Pass 28 Feb 2012

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

No lights fitted at time of test

Fail 21 Feb 2012

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 17 Dec 2010

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 27 Sep 2009

only used during daylight hours,and not used at times of seriously reduced visibility.

Fail 23 Aug 2009

Horn is not a constant note (1.7.3c)

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

only used during daylight hours,and not used at times of seriously reduced visibility.

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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TKN 665X is a 1981 Suzuki TS185 in Red with a 183cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 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 TKN 665X, 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

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What year was TKN 665X registered?

TKN 665X is a 1981 Suzuki TS185, first registered on 19 September 1981.

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