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BBD 528S

1978 Suzuki GT250

Gold Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2016
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

10,226 mi
Last recorded10,226 miles
Recorded on9 May 2015
Typical for 1978 Suzuki GT25018,879 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBBD 528S
MakeSuzuki
ModelGT250
Year1978
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2015 10,226 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 2 May 2015 10,226 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

How Reliable is the Suzuki GT250?

Based on 3,081 MOT tests across 777 vehicles.

86.9%
Pass Rate
134
Miles/Year
53
Year Lifespan
777
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 18
Direction indicators not working 15
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 13
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 13
Horn not working 13
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BBD 528S is a 1978 Suzuki GT250 in Gold with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1978 Suzuki GT250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 18,879 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 GT250 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 18 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BBD 528S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GT250 typically stays on UK roads for around 53 years. At 48 years old, this Suzuki GT250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BBD 528S registered?

BBD 528S is a 1978 Suzuki GT250, first registered on 19 July 1978.

Is BBD 528S safe to buy?

The MOT history for BBD 528S 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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