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C232 JBV

1985 Suzuki GS125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2025
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

13,644 mi
Last recorded13,644 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2024
Typical for 1985 Suzuki GS12523,816 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC232 JBV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS125
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2024 13,644 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 13,510 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 13,418 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2020 13,310 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 14 Nov 2018 13,205 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Fail 14 Nov 2018 13,205 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 1 Sep 2017 12,670 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 2 Sep 2016 25,055 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2016 25,055 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 4 Sep 2015 10,352 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Fail 28 Aug 2014 32,378 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 28 Aug 2014 32,378 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

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

Pass 23 Aug 2013 29,457 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 27 Sep 2012 27,461 miles

gear change lever loose

Fail 31 Aug 2012 27,425 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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

Rear Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

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

gear change lever loose

Fail 31 Aug 2011 23,816 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.1)

Pass 31 Aug 2011 23,816 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2010 20,604 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2009 18,161 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 29 Aug 2009 18,161 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.3.5a)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device insecure (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 30 Aug 2008 23,074 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 21,794 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2007 21,794 miles

Centre Front Lower Plate brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.B1a)

Pass 31 Aug 2006 33,464 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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C232 JBV is a 1985 Suzuki GS125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

Across all 1985 Suzuki GS125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 23,816 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 C232 JBV, 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 41 years old, this Suzuki GS125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C232 JBV registered?

C232 JBV is a 1985 Suzuki GS125, first registered on 26 November 1985.

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