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OHY 174R

1977 Suzuki GT500

Red Petrol 492cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2019
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

30,788 mi
Last recorded30,788 miles
Recorded on31 May 2018
Typical for 1977 Suzuki GT50022,674 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOHY 174R
MakeSuzuki
ModelGT500
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine492cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 May 2018 30,788 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 30,282 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 29,636 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2012 29,105 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.3a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 8 Sep 2012 29,105 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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OHY 174R is a 1977 Suzuki GT500 in Red with a 492cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1977 Suzuki GT500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.4% with a typical mileage of 22,674 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 GT500 fails its MOT is steering headbearing has excessive free play, accounting for 6 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OHY 174R, 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 49 years old, this Suzuki GT500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OHY 174R registered?

OHY 174R is a 1977 Suzuki GT500, first registered on 1 June 1977.

Is OHY 174R safe to buy?

The MOT history for OHY 174R shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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