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RFW 194M

1974 Suzuki VS800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2025
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

39,777 mi
Last recorded39,777 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2024
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRFW 194M
MakeSuzuki
ModelVS800
Year1974
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 10 Aug 2024 39,777 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2020 38,573 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Jul 2017 35,892 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 23 Jul 2016 33,135 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 23 Jul 2015 29,898 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 16 Jul 2014 26,352 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Jul 2013 22,584 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Pass 24 Jul 2012 19,597 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear tyre has uneven wear pattern

Pass 26 Jul 2011 15,526 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Aug 2010 12,923 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Jul 2009 11,885 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki VS800?

Based on 3,043 MOT tests across 333 vehicles.

85.4%
Pass Rate
407
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
333
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 42
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 28
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 18
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 13
Horn not working 13
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RFW 194M is a 1974 Suzuki VS800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Suzuki VS800 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 42 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RFW 194M, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki VS800 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 52 years old, this Suzuki VS800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RFW 194M registered?

RFW 194M is a 1974 Suzuki VS800, first registered on 24 June 1974.

Is RFW 194M safe to buy?

The MOT history for RFW 194M 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.

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