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SBU 945X

1981 Suzuki SP400

Red Petrol 396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2019
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

40 mi
Last recorded40 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2018
Typical for 1981 Suzuki SP40035,080 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSBU 945X
MakeSuzuki
ModelSP400
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine396cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2018 40 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 22,620 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2015 22,620 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 9 Jul 2014 22,595 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

slight play in front wheel bearing

Pass 25 Mar 2013 22,595 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki SP400?

Based on 589 MOT tests across 111 vehicles.

83.7%
Pass Rate
168
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
111
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 7
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 6
reflector on motorcycle missing 5
Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute 4
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 4
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SBU 945X is a 1981 Suzuki SP400 in Red with a 396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1981 Suzuki SP400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.7% with a typical mileage of 35,080 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 SP400 fails its MOT is headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SBU 945X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki SP400 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 45 years old, this Suzuki SP400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SBU 945X?

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What year was SBU 945X registered?

SBU 945X is a 1981 Suzuki SP400, first registered on 10 August 1981.

Is SBU 945X safe to buy?

The MOT history for SBU 945X shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SBU 945X have outstanding finance?

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