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WVY 228V

1979 Suzuki TS185

Green Petrol 184cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2019
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

25,272 mi
Last recorded25,272 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2018
Typical for 1979 Suzuki TS18512,840 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWVY 228V
MakeSuzuki
ModelTS185
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine184cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 7 Apr 2018 25,272 miles

no lights fitted day time use only

Pass 8 Apr 2017 25,019 miles

no lights fitted day time use only

Pass 16 Jun 2016 24,722 miles

day time use only no lights fitted

Pass 17 Jun 2015 24,355 miles

no lights fitted day time use only

Pass 11 Jun 2014 22,787 miles

no lights fitted day time use only

Pass 18 Jun 2013 22,083 miles

day time use only no lights fitted

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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WVY 228V is a 1979 Suzuki TS185 in Green with a 184cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Suzuki TS185 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 12,840 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 WVY 228V, 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 47 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 WVY 228V?

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What year was WVY 228V registered?

WVY 228V is a 1979 Suzuki TS185, first registered on 1 October 1979.

Is WVY 228V safe to buy?

The MOT history for WVY 228V shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WVY 228V have outstanding finance?

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