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TLC 97M

1973 Suzuki T500

Red Petrol 493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2018
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,467 mi
Last recorded15,467 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2017
Typical for 1973 Suzuki T50017,954 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTLC 97M
MakeSuzuki
ModelT500
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine493cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 8 Sep 2017 15,467 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2016 13,720 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2015 11,840 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 9,682 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2013 8,286 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 7,332 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 6,296 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 5,571 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2008 3,015 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 1,711 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2006 3 miles

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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TLC 97M is a 1973 Suzuki T500 in Red with a 493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1973 Suzuki T500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.0% with a typical mileage of 17,954 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 TLC 97M, 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 53 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 TLC 97M?

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What year was TLC 97M registered?

TLC 97M is a 1973 Suzuki T500, first registered on 28 November 1973.

Is TLC 97M safe to buy?

The MOT history for TLC 97M shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TLC 97M have outstanding finance?

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