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VVB 42M

1974 Suzuki T500

Red Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2019
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

20,044 mi
Last recorded20,044 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2018
Typical for 1974 Suzuki T50024,308 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVVB 42M
MakeSuzuki
ModelT500
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2018 20,044 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 20,036 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 19,930 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 19,927 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2014

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 5 Apr 2014

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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VVB 42M is a 1974 Suzuki T500 in Red with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1974 Suzuki T500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.8% with a typical mileage of 24,308 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 T500 fails its MOT is steering headbearing has excessive free play, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VVB 42M, 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 52 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 VVB 42M?

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What year was VVB 42M registered?

VVB 42M is a 1974 Suzuki T500, first registered on 10 May 1974.

Is VVB 42M safe to buy?

The MOT history for VVB 42M shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VVB 42M have outstanding finance?

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