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FAX 463K

1971 Suzuki T500

Green Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2018
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

16,528 mi
Last recorded16,528 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2017
Typical for 1971 Suzuki T50016,528 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFAX 463K
MakeSuzuki
ModelT500
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2017 16,528 miles

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Fail 12 Jun 2017 16,528 miles

Front Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 20 Oct 2015 9,002 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play rear swing arm bearings (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 20 Oct 2015 9,002 miles

Rear Brake back plate(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play rear swing arm bearings (2.4.A2a(i))

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

How Reliable is the Suzuki T500?

Based on 1,269 MOT tests across 337 vehicles.

89.2%
Pass Rate
169
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
337
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering headbearing has excessive free play 7
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 5
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 4
Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user 4
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 3
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FAX 463K is a 1971 Suzuki T500 in Green with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1971 Suzuki T500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 16,528 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 T500 fails its MOT is steering headbearing has excessive free play, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FAX 463K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki T500 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 55 years old, this Suzuki T500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FAX 463K registered?

FAX 463K is a 1971 Suzuki T500, first registered on 10 December 1971.

Is FAX 463K safe to buy?

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