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A397 BHR

1983 Suzuki TS125

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2019
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

40,161 mi
Last recorded40,161 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2018
Typical for 1983 Suzuki TS12520,796 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA397 BHR
MakeSuzuki
ModelTS125
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2018 40,161 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2018 40,129 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2012 38,703 miles

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Motorcycle structure has been slightly modified (6.1.1b)

Fail 6 Feb 2012 36,689 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Indicator switch does not operate the direction indicators on the side selected (1.5.4)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

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

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Motorcycle structure has been slightly modified (6.1.1b)

Pass 15 Mar 2010 35,322 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2010 35,322 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 16 Oct 2007 35,294 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 34,369 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2005 31,859 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2005 31,859 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

How Reliable is the Suzuki TS125?

Based on 2,828 MOT tests across 630 vehicles.

76.1%
Pass Rate
245
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
630
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 69
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 54
wheel bearings have excessive free play 40
Horn not working 37
wheel bearings have excessive free play 33
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A397 BHR is a 1983 Suzuki TS125 in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1983 Suzuki TS125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 20,796 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 TS125 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 69 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A397 BHR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki TS125 typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 43 years old, this Suzuki TS125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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A397 BHR is a 1983 Suzuki TS125, first registered on 9 June 1983.

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