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VNO 385W

1981 Suzuki FZ50

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2016
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

9,042 mi
Last recorded9,042 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2015
Typical for 1981 Suzuki FZ505,111 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVNO 385W
MakeSuzuki
ModelFZ50
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2015 9,042 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2014 9,025 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 9 Nov 2013 9,017 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 9,009 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 8,994 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2011 8,994 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 13 Nov 2010 8,986 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2010 8,986 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 13 Nov 2009 8,978 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2008 8,772 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Fail 1 Dec 2008 8,772 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Front suspension assembly component excessively misaligned (2.3.1)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Pass 23 Nov 2007 8,741 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2006 8,728 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 25 Nov 2006 8,728 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2005 8,687 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki FZ50?

Based on 1,237 MOT tests across 345 vehicles.

85.4%
Pass Rate
91
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
345
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Direction indicators not working 24
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 14
Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp 11
Horn not working 11
Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp 9
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VNO 385W is a 1981 Suzuki FZ50 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1981 Suzuki FZ50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 5,111 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 FZ50 fails its MOT is direction indicators not working, accounting for 24 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VNO 385W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki FZ50 typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 45 years old, this Suzuki FZ50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VNO 385W registered?

VNO 385W is a 1981 Suzuki FZ50, first registered on 30 March 1981.

Is VNO 385W safe to buy?

The MOT history for VNO 385W shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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