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LTM 98V

1980 Suzuki TS185

Blue Petrol 183cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2010
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

14,180 mi
Last recorded14,180 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2009
Typical for 1980 Suzuki TS18511,067 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLTM 98V
MakeSuzuki
ModelTS185
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine183cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2009 14,180 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 4 Sep 2009 14,180 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

How Reliable is the Suzuki TS185?

Based on 1,247 MOT tests across 297 vehicles.

81.2%
Pass Rate
116
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
297
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Horn not working 28
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 24
Direction indicator not working 17
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 12
Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user 10
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LTM 98V is a 1980 Suzuki TS185 in Blue with a 183cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1980 Suzuki TS185 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 11,067 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 TS185 fails its MOT is horn not working, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LTM 98V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki TS185 typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 46 years old, this Suzuki TS185 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LTM 98V?

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What year was LTM 98V registered?

LTM 98V is a 1980 Suzuki TS185, first registered on 25 February 1980.

Is LTM 98V safe to buy?

The MOT history for LTM 98V 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 LTM 98V have outstanding finance?

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