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RRF 227R

1977 Suzuki GT500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2022
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

28,951 mi
Last recorded28,951 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2021
Typical for 1977 Suzuki GT50022,674 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRRF 227R
MakeSuzuki
ModelGT500
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2021 28,951 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2020 28,865 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 28,565 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2013 28,565 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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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RRF 227R is a 1977 Suzuki GT500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 RRF 227R, 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

How do I check the history of RRF 227R?

You can check the full history of RRF 227R by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was RRF 227R registered?

RRF 227R is a 1977 Suzuki GT500, first registered on 1 January 1977.

Is RRF 227R safe to buy?

The MOT history for RRF 227R 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 RRF 227R have outstanding finance?

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