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UDV 470X

1981 Suzuki SB200

Blue Petrol 196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2011
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

32,041 mi
Last recorded32,041 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2010
Typical for 1981 Suzuki SB20019,297 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUDV 470X
MakeSuzuki
ModelSB200
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine196cc
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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2010 32,041 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2010 32,041 miles

Nearside Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 10 Jun 2009 32,039 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2009 32,039 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Fail 11 Jun 2008 32,020 miles

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.1a)

seat base corroided and rusty

Pass 11 Jun 2008 32,020 miles

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

seat base corroided and rusty

Pass 7 Jun 2007 32,009 miles

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 6 Jun 2007 31,996 miles

Headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the suspension (2.3.6a)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 16 Jun 2006 31,987 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly bent. (4.2.1b)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake rod slightly damaged (3.2.A1c)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

SEAT PAN POOR CONDITION - SECURE AT PRESENT

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 16 Jun 2006 31,987 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

Brake rod slightly damaged (3.2.A1c)

Front Wheel spoke slightly bent. (4.2.1b)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Seat pan poor condition - secure at present

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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UDV 470X is a 1981 Suzuki SB200 in Blue with a 196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1981 Suzuki SB200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 19,297 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 UDV 470X, 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 45 years old, this Suzuki SB200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was UDV 470X registered?

UDV 470X is a 1981 Suzuki SB200, first registered on 1 December 1981.

Is UDV 470X safe to buy?

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