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WMX 79S

1978 Suzuki TS185

Blue Petrol 185cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2019
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

10,393 mi
Last recorded10,393 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2018
Typical for 1978 Suzuki TS18510,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWMX 79S
MakeSuzuki
ModelTS185
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine185cc
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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2018 10,393 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 10,390 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 10,297 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 10,232 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2015 10,232 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 5 Aug 2014 9,996 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 9,599 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 9,436 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2011 9,394 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 9,358 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 5 Sep 2009 9,017 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2008 8,727 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2007 8,460 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2006 8,077 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2006 8,077 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 12 Sep 2005 7,805 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2005 7,805 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.4)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

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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WMX 79S is a 1978 Suzuki TS185 in Blue with a 185cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 WMX 79S, 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

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What year was WMX 79S registered?

WMX 79S is a 1978 Suzuki TS185, first registered on 1 April 1978.

Is WMX 79S safe to buy?

The MOT history for WMX 79S shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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