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UCY 397S

1978 Suzuki GT500

Red Petrol 492cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2019
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

9,068 mi
Last recorded9,068 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2018
Typical for 1978 Suzuki GT50014,742 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUCY 397S
MakeSuzuki
ModelGT500
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine492cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 14 Dec 2018 9,068 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 9,040 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 8,995 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 8,974 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 8,893 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 8,732 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 8,221 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 7,032 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 5,961 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 5,351 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 4,230 miles

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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UCY 397S is a 1978 Suzuki GT500 in Red with a 492cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Suzuki GT500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.7% with a typical mileage of 14,742 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 UCY 397S, 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 48 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 UCY 397S?

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What year was UCY 397S registered?

UCY 397S is a 1978 Suzuki GT500, first registered on 9 June 1978.

Is UCY 397S safe to buy?

The MOT history for UCY 397S shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UCY 397S have outstanding finance?

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