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VTJ 428V

1980 Suzuki Trike

Black Petrol 1074cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

24,745 mi
Last recorded24,745 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 1980 Suzuki Trike39,788 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVTJ 428V
MakeSuzuki
ModelTrike
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,074cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 24,745 miles
Pass 15 May 2025 23,130 miles
Pass 16 May 2024 19,418 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 18,363 miles
Pass 28 May 2022 17,818 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 17,542 miles
Pass 13 May 2020 16,974 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 16,645 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 11,745 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 9,448 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 8,360 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 7,135 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 87,579 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2011 87,576 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Jun 2010 87,417 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2007 87,011 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 86,307 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2005 36,289 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Trike?

Based on 2,292 MOT tests across 217 vehicles.

81.7%
Pass Rate
445
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
217
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 29
Stop lamp not working 27
reflector missing 18
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 18
parking brake recording little or no effort 17
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VTJ 428V is a 1980 Suzuki Trike in Black with a 1,074cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1980 Suzuki Trike models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 39,788 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki Trike fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VTJ 428V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Trike typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 46 years old, this Suzuki Trike is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VTJ 428V registered?

VTJ 428V is a 1980 Suzuki Trike, first registered on 17 July 1980.

Is VTJ 428V safe to buy?

The MOT history for VTJ 428V shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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