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RKX 457M

1978 Suzuki Unknown

Black Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2022
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

37,770 mi
Last recorded37,770 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2021
Typical for 1978 Suzuki Unknown18,964 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRKX 457M
MakeSuzuki
ModelUnknown
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2021 37,770 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Jul 2017 37,648 miles

Central Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 20 Jul 2017 37,648 miles

Central Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 8 Jul 2016 37,245 miles

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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RKX 457M is a 1978 Suzuki Unknown in Black with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1978 Suzuki Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 18,964 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 RKX 457M, 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 48 years old, this Suzuki Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RKX 457M registered?

RKX 457M is a 1978 Suzuki Unknown, first registered on 27 October 1978.

Is RKX 457M safe to buy?

The MOT history for RKX 457M shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RKX 457M have outstanding finance?

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