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UBR 81V

1979 Suzuki SB200

Red Petrol 196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2019
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

3,562 mi
Last recorded3,562 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2018
Typical for 1979 Suzuki SB20018,220 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUBR 81V
MakeSuzuki
ModelSB200
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine196cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2018 3,562 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

light persishing on front tyre

Pass 24 Sep 2015 3,555 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Fail 24 Sep 2015 3,555 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Rear wheel insecure (4.2.3b)

Pass 26 Apr 2014 3,266 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

light perishing on front tyre

Fail 17 Apr 2014 3,266 miles

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

Front Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

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

Rear Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

light perishing on front tyre

Pass 22 Dec 2011 3,039 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki SB200?

Based on 630 MOT tests across 127 vehicles.

86.3%
Pass Rate
135
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
127
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 6
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 4
Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp 3
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing 3
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 3
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UBR 81V is a 1979 Suzuki SB200 in Red with a 196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1979 Suzuki SB200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 18,220 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 SB200 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 6 recorded failures. If you're considering buying UBR 81V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki SB200 typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 47 years old, this Suzuki SB200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was UBR 81V registered?

UBR 81V is a 1979 Suzuki SB200, first registered on 22 November 1979.

Is UBR 81V safe to buy?

The MOT history for UBR 81V shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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