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HDE 117L

1973 Suzuki Unknown

Red Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2019
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

99 mi
Last recorded99 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2018
Typical for 1973 Suzuki Unknown11,438 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHDE 117L
MakeSuzuki
ModelUnknown
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2018 99 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2018 99 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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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HDE 117L is a 1973 Suzuki Unknown in Red with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1973 Suzuki Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 11,438 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 HDE 117L, 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 53 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 HDE 117L?

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What year was HDE 117L registered?

HDE 117L is a 1973 Suzuki Unknown, first registered on 12 March 1973.

Is HDE 117L safe to buy?

The MOT history for HDE 117L shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HDE 117L have outstanding finance?

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