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1977 Suzuki Gt380 MOT Pass Rate

Pass rate for Gt380 models manufactured in 1977, based on 215 real MOT test results.

92.1%
Pass Rate
7.9%
Fail Rate
215
Total Tests
25,734
Avg Mileage

Data from official DVSA MOT testing records

1977 Suzuki Gt380 MOT Analysis

The 1977 Suzuki Gt380 has an MOT pass rate of 92.1% based on 215 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 25,734 miles on the odometer. With a 7.9% failure rate, the 1977 Gt380 is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.

The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1977 Suzuki Gt380 is Motorcycle body and structure, responsible for 0.5% of failures. Body and structure failures include excessive corrosion, sharp edges, loose panels, and damage to the vehicle frame. Rust is the primary concern, especially on older vehicles or those exposed to road salt. Typical repair costs range from £100–500+. Motorcycle brakes is the second most common issue at 0.5%. Motorcycle fuel and exhaust follows at 0.5%.

Top failures specific to 1977 models only. The overall Gt380 page may show different rankings.

What Fails Most

Motorcycle body and structure 0.5%
Motorcycle brakes 0.5%
Motorcycle fuel and exhaust 0.5%

What Fails on This Car?

Click a category to see specific failure items.

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MOT failure categories ranked by failure rate
RankFailure CategoryRate (%)Count
1Motorcycle Body And Structure0.5%1
2Motorcycle Brakes0.5%1
3Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust0.5%1
4Motorcycle Steering And Suspension0.5%1

Failures per 10,000 Miles

avg. 25,734 mi

For every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.

Motorcycle body and structure0.18% per 10K miMotorcycle brakes0.18% per 10K miMotorcycle fuel and exhaust0.18% per 10K miMotorcycle steering and suspension0.18% per 10K mi
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Mileage-normalised failure rates by category
CategoryRate / 10K miRaw %Count
Motorcycle body and structure0.180.5%1
Motorcycle brakes0.180.5%1
Motorcycle fuel and exhaust0.180.5%1
Motorcycle steering and suspension0.180.5%1

Mileage Statistics

25,734
Mean
25,826
Median
15,671
25th Percentile
31,094
75th Percentile
3.07% failures per 10K miles

Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.

About This Data

The 1977 Suzuki Gt380 has an MOT pass rate of 92.1% based on 215 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 25,734 miles on the odometer. With a 7.9% failure rate, the 1977 Gt380 is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.

If you own or are considering buying a 1977 Suzuki Gt380, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to motorcycle body and structure: Inspect sills, wheel arches, door bottoms, and the chassis for rust. Surface rust is acceptable but structural corrosion or holes will fail. Check that all doors, bonnet, and boot close securely. With relatively low average mileage of 25,734 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.

Motorcycle body and structure — 0.5% of failures

Motorcycle body and structure issues account for 0.5% of MOT failures on 1977 Suzuki Gt380 models. Body and structure failures include excessive corrosion, sharp edges, loose panels, and damage to the vehicle frame. Rust is the primary concern, especially on older vehicles or those exposed to road salt. Typical repair costs: £100–500+. Pre-MOT check: Inspect sills, wheel arches, door bottoms, and the chassis for rust. Surface rust is acceptable but structural corrosion or holes will fail. Check that all doors, bonnet, and boot close securely.

Motorcycle brakes — 0.5% of failures

Motorcycle brakes issues account for 0.5% of MOT failures on 1977 Suzuki Gt380 models. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs: £150–400. Pre-MOT check: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel — if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm).

Motorcycle fuel and exhaust — 0.5% of failures

Motorcycle fuel and exhaust issues account for 0.5% of MOT failures on 1977 Suzuki Gt380 models. Motorcycle fuel and exhaust issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.

Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.

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