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P43 YFE

1997 Suzuki Unknown

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

36,934 mi
Last recorded36,934 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Unknown25,816 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP43 YFE
MakeSuzuki
ModelUnknown
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 36,934 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2025 33,156 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2021 27,644 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2021 27,643 miles

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected revs increase when steering turned (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2019 23,731 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush both bushes (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush both bushes (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 25 Jun 2019 23,721 miles

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front mudguard rubbing on tyre

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush top and bottom (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush top and bottom (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 17 Jun 2019 23,708 miles

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front mudguard rubbing on tyre

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush top and bottom (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush top and bottom (5.3.2 (c))

How Reliable is the Suzuki Unknown?

Based on 11,032 MOT tests across 5,181 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
283
Miles/Year
54
Year Lifespan
5,181
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 32
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 30
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 29
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P43 YFE is a 1997 Suzuki Unknown in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 25,816 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 Unknown fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P43 YFE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 54 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki Unknown is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P43 YFE registered?

P43 YFE is a 1997 Suzuki Unknown, first registered on 21 June 1997.

Is P43 YFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P43 YFE shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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