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C871 ARV

1986 Suzuki GS125ES

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

38,633 mi
Last recorded38,633 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2005
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC871 ARV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS125ES
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2005 38,633 miles

motorcycle is in a very bad repair state but is operational

Fail 19 Oct 2005 38,629 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Rear Brake pedal pivots excessively worn (3.1.3a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

bad oil leak from engine on nearside of vehicle

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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C871 ARV is a 1986 Suzuki GS125ES in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 C871 ARV, 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 40 years old, this Suzuki GS125ES is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C871 ARV registered?

C871 ARV is a 1986 Suzuki GS125ES, first registered on 5 April 1986.

Is C871 ARV safe to buy?

The MOT history for C871 ARV shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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