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OED 917W

1981 Suzuki SP400

Red Petrol 396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2021
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

38,026 mi
Last recorded38,026 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2020
Typical for 1981 Suzuki SP40035,080 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOED 917W
MakeSuzuki
ModelSP400
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine396cc
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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 29 Sep 2020 38,026 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 37,423 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 37,255 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 36,780 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 36,461 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 35,193 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 33,147 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 32,063 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 30,392 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 28,627 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 26,799 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki SP400?

Based on 589 MOT tests across 111 vehicles.

83.7%
Pass Rate
168
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
111
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 7
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 6
reflector on motorcycle missing 5
Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute 4
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 4
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OED 917W is a 1981 Suzuki SP400 in Red with a 396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 Suzuki SP400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.7% with a typical mileage of 35,080 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki SP400 fails its MOT is headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OED 917W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki SP400 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 45 years old, this Suzuki SP400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OED 917W?

You can check the full history of OED 917W by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was OED 917W registered?

OED 917W is a 1981 Suzuki SP400, first registered on 26 March 1981.

Is OED 917W safe to buy?

The MOT history for OED 917W shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OED 917W have outstanding finance?

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