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A160 HVR

1983 Suzuki GS250

Blue Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

17,600 mi
Last recorded17,600 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2007
Typical for 1983 Suzuki GS25025,771 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA160 HVR
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS250
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2007 17,600 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 6 Aug 2007 17,588 miles

Front Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component (2.3.4)

Front Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device insecure (2.3.5a)

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

Rear Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device insecure (2.3.5a)

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a)

Fail 6 Feb 2007 17,584 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 3 Feb 2006 16,895 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GS250?

Based on 1,187 MOT tests across 248 vehicles.

78.9%
Pass Rate
313
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
248
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 28
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 18
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 14
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 13
Drive chain excessively loose 11
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A160 HVR is a 1983 Suzuki GS250 in Blue with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1983 Suzuki GS250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 25,771 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 GS250 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A160 HVR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GS250 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 43 years old, this Suzuki GS250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A160 HVR registered?

A160 HVR is a 1983 Suzuki GS250, first registered on 1 August 1983.

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