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HAY 816V

1979 Suzuki Unknown

Black Petrol 424cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2021
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

19,509 mi
Last recorded19,509 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2019
Typical for 1979 Suzuki Unknown16,486 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHAY 816V
MakeSuzuki
ModelUnknown
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine424cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2019 19,509 miles

Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

seat corroded & cracked

Pass 17 Jul 2018 18,390 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2018 18,384 miles

Front Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

How Reliable is the Suzuki Unknown?

Based on 11,032 MOT tests across 5,181 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
283
Miles/Year
54
Year Lifespan
5,181
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 32
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 30
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 29
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HAY 816V is a 1979 Suzuki Unknown in Black with a 424cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1979 Suzuki Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 16,486 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 Unknown fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HAY 816V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 54 years. At 47 years old, this Suzuki Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HAY 816V?

You can check the full history of HAY 816V by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was HAY 816V registered?

HAY 816V is a 1979 Suzuki Unknown, first registered on 19 October 1979.

Is HAY 816V safe to buy?

The MOT history for HAY 816V shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HAY 816V have outstanding finance?

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