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B828 FKW

1985 Suzuki GS125ES

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2019
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

21,100 mi
Last recorded21,100 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2018
Typical for 1985 Suzuki GS125ES32,480 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB828 FKW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS125ES
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2018 21,100 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 12 Jul 2018 21,095 miles

Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.4 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 8 May 2017 21,035 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 28 Apr 2017 21,032 miles

Rear Brake reaction bracket insecure (3.2.A1j)

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 15 Apr 2016 19,025 miles

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

high beam warning light not working

Fail 8 Apr 2016 19,017 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

high beam warning light not working

Pass 8 Apr 2015 16,840 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

front tyre perished

Fail 7 Apr 2015 16,830 miles

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

front tyre perished

Pass 5 Apr 2014 13,601 miles

High beam tell tale light not working

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Fail 5 Apr 2014 13,588 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

High beam tell tale light not working

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Pass 27 Oct 2012 12,326 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 20 Oct 2012 12,315 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 22 Oct 2011 31,402 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 9 Apr 2010 26,498 miles

Both front foot rests are slightly bent but still secure

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

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

Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 10 Jul 2008 23,824 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GS125ES?

Based on 4,085 MOT tests across 566 vehicles.

73.0%
Pass Rate
924
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
566
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 118
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 94
Drive chain excessively loose 70
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 59
Drive chain worn to excess 55
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B828 FKW is a 1985 Suzuki GS125ES in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1985 Suzuki GS125ES models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 32,480 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 GS125ES fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 118 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B828 FKW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GS125ES typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 41 years old, this Suzuki GS125ES is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B828 FKW registered?

B828 FKW is a 1985 Suzuki GS125ES, first registered on 5 July 1985.

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