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GFO 589X

1981 Suzuki SB200

Blue Petrol 196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2022
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

27,261 mi
Last recorded27,261 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2021
Typical for 1981 Suzuki SB20019,297 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGFO 589X
MakeSuzuki
ModelSB200
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine196cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2021 27,261 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2007 9,813 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 18 May 2006 25,619 miles

play in sprocket carrier bearing

Fail 18 May 2006 25,615 miles

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

play in rear sprocket carrier bearing

Fail 11 May 2006 25,611 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.3a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

no plate damaged

play in rear sprocket carrier bearing

seat in poor condition

How Reliable is the Suzuki SB200?

Based on 630 MOT tests across 127 vehicles.

86.3%
Pass Rate
135
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
127
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 6
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 4
Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp 3
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing 3
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 3
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GFO 589X is a 1981 Suzuki SB200 in Blue with a 196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1981 Suzuki SB200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 19,297 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 SB200 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 6 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GFO 589X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki SB200 typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 45 years old, this Suzuki SB200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GFO 589X registered?

GFO 589X is a 1981 Suzuki SB200, first registered on 6 August 1981.

Is GFO 589X safe to buy?

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