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WAO 988S

1978 Suzuki GT185

White Petrol 184cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2015
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

8,855 mi
Last recorded8,855 miles
Recorded on10 May 2014
Typical for 1978 Suzuki GT18516,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWAO 988S
MakeSuzuki
ModelGT185
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine184cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 10 May 2014 8,855 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GT185?

Based on 775 MOT tests across 204 vehicles.

85.3%
Pass Rate
125
Miles/Year
53
Year Lifespan
204
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 11
Direction indicator not working 6
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 6
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 5
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 3
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WAO 988S is a 1978 Suzuki GT185 in White with a 184cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Suzuki GT185 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 16,457 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki GT185 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 11 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WAO 988S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GT185 typically stays on UK roads for around 53 years. At 48 years old, this Suzuki GT185 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WAO 988S?

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What year was WAO 988S registered?

WAO 988S is a 1978 Suzuki GT185, first registered on 1 April 1978.

Is WAO 988S safe to buy?

The MOT history for WAO 988S shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WAO 988S have outstanding finance?

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