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BRW 476T

1978 Suzuki GT250

Red Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2011
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

19,798 mi
Last recorded19,798 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2010
Typical for 1978 Suzuki GT25018,879 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBRW 476T
MakeSuzuki
ModelGT250
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2010 19,798 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2010 19,798 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Pass 6 Jun 2009 19,791 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2009 19,791 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 1 Aug 2007 19,489 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2007 19,489 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

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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BRW 476T is a 1978 Suzuki GT250 in Red with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 BRW 476T, 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 BRW 476T registered?

BRW 476T is a 1978 Suzuki GT250, first registered on 10 August 1978.

Is BRW 476T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BRW 476T shows 6 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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