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BRC 447T

1979 Suzuki TS185

Red Petrol 184cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

13,172 mi
Last recorded13,172 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2018
Typical for 1979 Suzuki TS18512,840 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBRC 447T
MakeSuzuki
ModelTS185
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine184cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2018 13,172 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2018 13,156 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Jul 2017 13,137 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 13,125 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 13,108 miles

slight play in swing arm bush

Pass 8 Jul 2014 13,092 miles

battery missing

horn audible with brake light on border line (with revs on )

Pass 18 Jul 2013 13,071 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 13,070 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 13,060 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 13,042 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 13,009 miles

chain needs adjusting

Pass 2 Jul 2008 12,993 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 12,969 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 12,923 miles

gear change lever loose

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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BRC 447T is a 1979 Suzuki TS185 in Red with a 184cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1979 Suzuki TS185 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 12,840 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki TS185 fails its MOT is horn not working, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BRC 447T, 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 47 years old, this Suzuki TS185 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BRC 447T?

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What year was BRC 447T registered?

BRC 447T is a 1979 Suzuki TS185, first registered on 15 March 1979.

Is BRC 447T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BRC 447T shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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