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SGF 266R

1976 Suzuki GT500

Blue Petrol 493cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

2,323 mi
Last recorded2,323 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 1976 Suzuki GT50022,842 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSGF 266R
MakeSuzuki
ModelGT500
Year1976
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine493cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 2,323 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 2,272 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 840 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2016 763 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 545 miles

side stand lose

Fail 24 Oct 2013 497 miles

Front Brake hose fouling (3.2.B3b)

Front Brake pipe union leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Pass 24 Oct 2013 497 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 23 miles

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

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

Outer Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Fail 19 Oct 2012 8 miles

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Front Upper Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

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

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

Outer Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

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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SGF 266R is a 1976 Suzuki GT500 in Blue with a 493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1976 Suzuki GT500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 22,842 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 SGF 266R, 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 50 years old, this Suzuki GT500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SGF 266R registered?

SGF 266R is a 1976 Suzuki GT500, first registered on 13 August 1976.

Is SGF 266R safe to buy?

The MOT history for SGF 266R shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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