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DX08 FVR

2008 Suzuki GZ125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2022
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

37,657 mi
Last recorded37,657 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2021
Typical for 2008 Suzuki GZ12510,287 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX08 FVR
MakeSuzuki
ModelGZ125
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2021 37,657 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 22 Jul 2021 37,651 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 27 Mar 2020 37,023 miles

Rear Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

bolt on rear mudgaurd fixing loose

gear lever pivot has free play

Fail 27 Mar 2020 37,023 miles

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

Rear Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

bolt on rear mudgaurd fixing loose

gear lever pivot has free play

Pass 1 Mar 2019 35,567 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 22,928 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2018 22,928 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

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

Pass 7 Aug 2017 17,041 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2017 17,041 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy Bottoms Out Before Locking Brake (3.1.4a)

Front Tyre has a lump caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Front position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

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

Pass 4 Aug 2016 5,741 miles

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. and offside chrome forks (2.3.1)

Nearside Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened and offside (2.4A1b(ii))

Offside Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Offside Front Brake fluid reservoir slightly damaged (3.2.B1b)

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 29 Jul 2016 5,741 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front Drive chain fouling another component sprocket cover (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort brake excessive pedal travel (3.3.A1c)

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. and offside chrome forks (2.3.1)

Nearside Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened and offside (2.4A1b(ii))

Offside Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Offside Front Brake fluid reservoir slightly damaged (3.2.B1b)

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 19 Sep 2014 3,377 miles

drive chain corroded.

Fail 16 Sep 2014 3,376 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

drive chain corroded.

Pass 16 Sep 2013 2,369 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 2,034 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GZ125?

Based on 38,208 MOT tests across 3,893 vehicles.

73.9%
Pass Rate
867
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
3,893
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,031
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 953
Drive chain excessively loose 817
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 714
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 654
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DX08 FVR is a 2008 Suzuki GZ125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki GZ125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 10,287 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 GZ125 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 1,031 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DX08 FVR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GZ125 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 18 years old, this Suzuki GZ125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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DX08 FVR is a 2008 Suzuki GZ125, first registered on 25 June 2008.

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