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BWY 353Y

1982 Suzuki GSX250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2014
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

58,581 mi
Last recorded58,581 miles
Recorded on22 May 2013
Typical for 1982 Suzuki GSX25026,384 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBWY 353Y
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX250
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2013 58,581 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 11 Oct 2007 58,151 miles

Centre Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 11 Apr 2006 56,169 miles

Centre Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 31 Jan 2006 56,154 miles

Front Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSX250?

Based on 1,857 MOT tests across 354 vehicles.

81.1%
Pass Rate
340
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
354
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 31
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 28
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 16
Direction indicator not working 14
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 12
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BWY 353Y is a 1982 Suzuki GSX250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1982 Suzuki GSX250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 26,384 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 GSX250 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 31 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BWY 353Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSX250 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 44 years old, this Suzuki GSX250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BWY 353Y registered?

BWY 353Y is a 1982 Suzuki GSX250, first registered on 1 August 1982.

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