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DCA 387S

1978 Suzuki GT500

Red Petrol 492cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2022
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,251 mi
Last recorded15,251 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2021
Typical for 1978 Suzuki GT50014,742 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDCA 387S
MakeSuzuki
ModelGT500
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine492cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 2 Nov 2021 15,251 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 15,246 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 15,212 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 15,208 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 15,093 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 14,742 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2013 14,464 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 14,346 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 14,212 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Offside Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Offside Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

How Reliable is the Suzuki GT500?

Based on 1,058 MOT tests across 225 vehicles.

89.2%
Pass Rate
186
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
225
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering headbearing has excessive free play 6
Horn not working 6
Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s 6
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 5
Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim 4
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DCA 387S is a 1978 Suzuki GT500 in Red with a 492cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Suzuki GT500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.7% with a typical mileage of 14,742 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki GT500 fails its MOT is steering headbearing has excessive free play, accounting for 6 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DCA 387S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GT500 typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 48 years old, this Suzuki GT500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DCA 387S?

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What year was DCA 387S registered?

DCA 387S is a 1978 Suzuki GT500, first registered on 4 April 1978.

Is DCA 387S safe to buy?

The MOT history for DCA 387S shows 9 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 DCA 387S have outstanding finance?

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