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PET 966M

1974 Suzuki T500

Black Petrol 493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

38,750 mi
Last recorded38,750 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2006
Typical for 1974 Suzuki T50024,308 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPET 966M
MakeSuzuki
ModelT500
Year1974
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine493cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 25 Apr 2006 38,750 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki T500?

Based on 1,269 MOT tests across 337 vehicles.

89.2%
Pass Rate
169
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
337
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering headbearing has excessive free play 7
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 5
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 4
Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user 4
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 3
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PET 966M is a 1974 Suzuki T500 in Black with a 493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1974 Suzuki T500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.8% with a typical mileage of 24,308 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki T500 fails its MOT is steering headbearing has excessive free play, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PET 966M, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki T500 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 52 years old, this Suzuki T500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PET 966M?

You can check the full history of PET 966M by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was PET 966M registered?

PET 966M is a 1974 Suzuki T500, first registered on 5 April 1974.

Is PET 966M safe to buy?

The MOT history for PET 966M shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PET 966M have outstanding finance?

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