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A490 LJK

1983 Suzuki GS125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2015
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

31,732 mi
Last recorded31,732 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2014
Typical for 1983 Suzuki GS12524,085 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA490 LJK
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS125
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2014 31,732 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

brake lever slighty damaged

Fail 23 Sep 2014 31,732 miles

Nearside Front Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

brake lever slighty damaged

Pass 7 Sep 2013 28,102 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 16 Jul 2012 25,047 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 16 Jul 2012 25,047 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 19,620 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 15,526 miles

Chain guard in poor condition.

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Number plate digits 3mm under width.

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 15 Sep 2009 15,526 miles

Chain guard in poor condition.

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Number plate digits 3mm under width.

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 30 May 2008 100,086 miles
Fail 22 May 2008 9,641 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

Nearside Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

engine oil very low

front and rear tyres have cracks on side wall

Fail 13 May 2008 9,411 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 15 May 2007 8,893 miles
Fail 15 May 2007 8,893 miles

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

How Reliable is the Suzuki GS125?

Based on 5,438 MOT tests across 847 vehicles.

72.0%
Pass Rate
805
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
847
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 160
Footrest missing 131
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 94
Drive chain excessively loose 84
Drive chain worn to excess 79
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A490 LJK is a 1983 Suzuki GS125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

Across all 1983 Suzuki GS125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 24,085 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 GS125 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 160 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A490 LJK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GS125 typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 43 years old, this Suzuki GS125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A490 LJK registered?

A490 LJK is a 1983 Suzuki GS125, first registered on 1 August 1983.

Is A490 LJK safe to buy?

The MOT history for A490 LJK shows 13 tests with a 53.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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