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MGO 708V

1979 Suzuki SP370

Red Petrol 368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2020
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

11,447 mi
Last recorded11,447 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2019
Typical for 1979 Suzuki SP37015,188 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMGO 708V
MakeSuzuki
ModelSP370
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine368cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2019 11,447 miles

Front Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2018 10,533 miles

Front tyre perished

Fail 19 Jul 2013 10,502 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

slight play at rear brake drum

Pass 13 Apr 2011 10,377 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

slight play at rear brake drum

Fail 8 Apr 2011 10,369 miles

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.5a)

Nearside Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

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

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

slight play at rear brake drum

How Reliable is the Suzuki SP370?

Based on 633 MOT tests across 131 vehicles.

83.4%
Pass Rate
139
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
131
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Horn not working 9
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 8
Direction indicator not working 7
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 5
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 4
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MGO 708V is a 1979 Suzuki SP370 in Red with a 368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1979 Suzuki SP370 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 15,188 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 SP370 fails its MOT is horn not working, accounting for 9 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MGO 708V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki SP370 typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 47 years old, this Suzuki SP370 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MGO 708V registered?

MGO 708V is a 1979 Suzuki SP370, first registered on 21 September 1979.

Is MGO 708V safe to buy?

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