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HMV 47K

1972 Suzuki T500

Green Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2016
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,879 mi
Last recorded20,879 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2015
Typical for 1972 Suzuki T50019,025 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHMV 47K
MakeSuzuki
ModelT500
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 4 Apr 2015 20,879 miles

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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HMV 47K is a 1972 Suzuki T500 in Green with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1972 Suzuki T500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.3% with a typical mileage of 19,025 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 HMV 47K, 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 54 years old, this Suzuki T500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HMV 47K?

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What year was HMV 47K registered?

HMV 47K is a 1972 Suzuki T500, first registered on 1 January 1972.

Is HMV 47K safe to buy?

The MOT history for HMV 47K shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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