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YKM 909S

1978 Suzuki SP400

Red Diesel 396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

14,297 mi
Last recorded14,297 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2006
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYKM 909S
MakeSuzuki
ModelSP400
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine396cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2006 14,297 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2006 14,297 miles

Brake pedal pivots excessively worn (3.1.3a)

Brake rod excessively damaged (3.2.A1c)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

How Reliable is the Suzuki SP400?

Based on 589 MOT tests across 111 vehicles.

83.7%
Pass Rate
168
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
111
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 7
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 6
reflector on motorcycle missing 5
Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute 4
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 4
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YKM 909S is a 1978 Suzuki SP400 in Red with a 396cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Suzuki SP400 fails its MOT is headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YKM 909S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki SP400 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 48 years old, this Suzuki SP400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YKM 909S registered?

YKM 909S is a 1978 Suzuki SP400, first registered on 21 July 1978.

Is YKM 909S safe to buy?

The MOT history for YKM 909S shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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