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BPB 691Y

1983 Suzuki GS125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

24,786 mi
Last recorded24,786 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2016
Typical for 1983 Suzuki GS12524,085 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBPB 691Y
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS125
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2016 24,786 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Fail 4 Oct 2016 24,786 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (1.6.B.1)

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp when engine is revved light dims (1.2.2c)

Offside Rear Brake component worn and seriously reduced in strength hub lever (3.2.A1)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by cables caught on a projection (2.1.2c)

Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly misaligned loose (4.1.2c)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 2 Oct 2015 24,074 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

footrest rubbers worn

oil leak

Fail 28 Sep 2015 24,070 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp indicators (1.2.2c)

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.7.3c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

footrest rubbers worn

oil leak

Pass 24 May 2012 23,691 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 23,567 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

offside foot peg rubber damaged

Pass 11 Jun 2010 23,456 miles

filler cap rubber perished

o/s foot rest rubber damaged

rear sprocket carrier bearing worn

Pass 1 Jul 2009 23,437 miles

play in rear sprocket carrier bearing/cush drive

Fail 1 Jul 2009 23,437 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 13 Jun 2008 6,813 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 21,055 miles

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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BPB 691Y is a 1983 Suzuki GS125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 BPB 691Y, 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.

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What year was BPB 691Y registered?

BPB 691Y is a 1983 Suzuki GS125, first registered on 18 May 1983.

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