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XTB 42N

1974 Suzuki T500

Red Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2019
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

49,233 mi
Last recorded49,233 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2018
Typical for 1974 Suzuki T50024,308 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXTB 42N
MakeSuzuki
ModelT500
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2018 49,233 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 49,193 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 48,893 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 48,694 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 48,405 miles
Fail 15 May 2014 48,405 miles

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 31 May 2013 48,480 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 31 May 2013 48,480 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 47,799 miles
Fail 14 May 2012 47,799 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Fail 9 May 2011 46,622 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 9 May 2011 46,622 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 46,583 miles
Fail 26 May 2010 46,583 miles

Front Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Pass 11 May 2009 45,471 miles
Fail 11 May 2009 45,471 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 2 Jun 2008 44,975 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2008 44,975 miles

Rear wheel insecure (4.2.3b)

Fail 26 Feb 2007 44,969 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 26 Feb 2007 44,969 miles

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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XTB 42N is a 1974 Suzuki T500 in Red with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 XTB 42N, 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

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What year was XTB 42N registered?

XTB 42N is a 1974 Suzuki T500, first registered on 2 August 1974.

Is XTB 42N safe to buy?

The MOT history for XTB 42N shows 20 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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