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UPB 756S

1978 Suzuki TS185

Red Petrol 183cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2014
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

9,605 mi
Last recorded9,605 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2013
Typical for 1978 Suzuki TS18510,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUPB 756S
MakeSuzuki
ModelTS185
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine183cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2013 9,605 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 9,518 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 9,271 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 8,818 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2007 8,896 miles

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

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

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

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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UPB 756S is a 1978 Suzuki TS185 in Red with a 183cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1978 Suzuki TS185 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 10,681 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki TS185 fails its MOT is horn not working, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying UPB 756S, 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 48 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 UPB 756S?

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What year was UPB 756S registered?

UPB 756S is a 1978 Suzuki TS185, first registered on 1 January 1978.

Is UPB 756S safe to buy?

The MOT history for UPB 756S shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UPB 756S have outstanding finance?

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