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HVV 296T

1978 Suzuki A100

Red Petrol 98cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2018
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

4,797 mi
Last recorded4,797 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2017
Typical for 1978 Suzuki A10017,934 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHVV 296T
MakeSuzuki
ModelA100
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine98cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2017 4,797 miles

drive chain cover fitted

general condition represents age of vehicle

Fail 18 Mar 2017 4,789 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Horn control defective (1.7.2a)

Rear Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Registration plate characters incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Rear wheel insecure (4.2.3b) DANGEROUS

Drive Chain covers fitted preventing inspection of chain and sprockets

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

General condition represents age of the vehicle

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Pass 8 Mar 2016 4,349 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded all over (6.1.1a)

Fail 4 Mar 2016 4,349 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Fuel cap sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.2c)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded all over (6.1.1a)

Pass 27 May 2008 3,796 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki A100?

Based on 552 MOT tests across 128 vehicles.

83.5%
Pass Rate
128
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
128
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 7
Horn not working 5
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 4
Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp 4
Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp 4
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HVV 296T is a 1978 Suzuki A100 in Red with a 98cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1978 Suzuki A100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 17,934 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 A100 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HVV 296T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki A100 typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 48 years old, this Suzuki A100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HVV 296T registered?

HVV 296T is a 1978 Suzuki A100, first registered on 31 December 1978.

Is HVV 296T safe to buy?

The MOT history for HVV 296T shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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