CarVerify

Free Car Check

BT51 BNJ

2001 Suzuki GS125

Red Petrol 124cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

39,912 mi
Last recorded39,912 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GS12518,684 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT51 BNJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS125
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 39,912 miles
Pass 20 May 2025 39,800 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 20 May 2025 39,800 miles

Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 9 May 2023 38,457 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2020 38,446 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 37,214 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 30 Mar 2019 37,214 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear All direction indicators missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Aug 2017 34,366 miles

Chain guard lightly rubbing (6.2.1c)

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2016 29,751 miles

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

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion both (2.3.3)

Fail 6 Aug 2016 29,751 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion both (2.3.3)

Pass 15 Aug 2015 29,733 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

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

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

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 2 Jul 2014 28,309 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Front Brake lever slightly damaged (3.2.A1c)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 15 Aug 2012 27,892 miles

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

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

rear footpegs missing!

Fail 15 Aug 2012 27,892 miles

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

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

rear footpegs missing!

Pass 24 Aug 2011 27,438 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2011 27,438 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 2 Feb 2008 20,352 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 12,127 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2005 10,151 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
Full Suzuki GS125 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

BT51 BNJ is a 2001 Suzuki GS125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki GS125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 18,684 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 BT51 BNJ, 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 25 years old, this Suzuki GS125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BT51 BNJ?

You can check the full history of BT51 BNJ by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was BT51 BNJ registered?

BT51 BNJ is a 2001 Suzuki GS125, first registered on 1 November 2001.

Is BT51 BNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT51 BNJ shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BT51 BNJ have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on BT51 BNJ. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.