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XFY 216M

1973 Suzuki GT185

Gold Petrol 185cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2016
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

14,444 mi
Last recorded14,444 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2015
Typical for 1973 Suzuki GT18523,405 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXFY 216M
MakeSuzuki
ModelGT185
Year1973
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine185cc
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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2015 14,444 miles

Chain adjusters out of adjustment

Throttle slow to return

Fail 21 Nov 2015 14,444 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Chain adjusters out of adjustment

Throttle slow to return

Pass 29 Nov 2014 13,684 miles

Advise slight corrosion - frame/headstock.

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 22 Nov 2014 13,679 miles

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Advise slight corrosion - frame/headstock.

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 14 Aug 2013 13,464 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 13,211 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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XFY 216M is a 1973 Suzuki GT185 in Gold with a 185cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1973 Suzuki GT185 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 23,405 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 GT185 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 11 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XFY 216M, 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 53 years old, this Suzuki GT185 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was XFY 216M registered?

XFY 216M is a 1973 Suzuki GT185, first registered on 14 September 1973.

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