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TVH 456T

1979 Suzuki SB200

Red Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2019
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

12,523 mi
Last recorded12,523 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2018
Typical for 1979 Suzuki SB20018,220 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTVH 456T
MakeSuzuki
ModelSB200
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2018 12,523 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2017 12,425 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2017 12,425 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

How Reliable is the Suzuki SB200?

Based on 630 MOT tests across 127 vehicles.

86.3%
Pass Rate
135
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
127
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 6
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 4
Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp 3
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing 3
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 3
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TVH 456T is a 1979 Suzuki SB200 in Red with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1979 Suzuki SB200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 18,220 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 SB200 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 6 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TVH 456T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki SB200 typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 47 years old, this Suzuki SB200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TVH 456T?

You can check the full history of TVH 456T by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was TVH 456T registered?

TVH 456T is a 1979 Suzuki SB200, first registered on 21 July 1979.

Is TVH 456T safe to buy?

The MOT history for TVH 456T shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TVH 456T have outstanding finance?

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