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OFW 242P

1976 Suzuki GT500

Blue Petrol 493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

17,822 mi
Last recorded17,822 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2014
Typical for 1976 Suzuki GT50022,842 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOFW 242P
MakeSuzuki
ModelGT500
Year1976
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine493cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2014 17,822 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 17,794 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 16,836 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 16,514 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 16,082 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2008 15,451 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 15,341 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 14,017 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2005 12,941 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2005 12,927 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

How Reliable is the Suzuki GT500?

Based on 1,058 MOT tests across 225 vehicles.

89.2%
Pass Rate
186
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
225
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering headbearing has excessive free play 6
Horn not working 6
Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s 6
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 5
Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim 4
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OFW 242P is a 1976 Suzuki GT500 in Blue with a 493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1976 Suzuki GT500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 22,842 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki GT500 fails its MOT is steering headbearing has excessive free play, accounting for 6 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OFW 242P, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GT500 typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 50 years old, this Suzuki GT500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OFW 242P?

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What year was OFW 242P registered?

OFW 242P is a 1976 Suzuki GT500, first registered on 17 May 1976.

Is OFW 242P safe to buy?

The MOT history for OFW 242P shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OFW 242P have outstanding finance?

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