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YTA 897L

1973 Suzuki TS185

Orange Petrol 184cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2018
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

3,394 mi
Last recorded3,394 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYTA 897L
MakeSuzuki
ModelTS185
Year1973
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine184cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 14 Sep 2017 3,394 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play recommend attention (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. recommend adjust (2.5.1)

headlamp beam image and output slightly deminished

motorcycle in very good condition for age

Pass 10 Sep 2016 2,437 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

headlamp beam image and output slightly deminished

motorcycle in "very good" condition for age

Pass 15 Sep 2015 1,170 miles

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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YTA 897L is a 1973 Suzuki TS185 in Orange with a 184cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Suzuki TS185 fails its MOT is horn not working, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YTA 897L, 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 53 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 YTA 897L registered?

YTA 897L is a 1973 Suzuki TS185, first registered on 1 March 1973.

Is YTA 897L safe to buy?

The MOT history for YTA 897L shows 3 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 YTA 897L have outstanding finance?

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