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E296 GBJ

1987 Suzuki GS125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2017
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

30,820 mi
Last recorded30,820 miles
Recorded on26 May 2016
Typical for 1987 Suzuki GS12523,074 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE296 GBJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS125
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 May 2016 30,820 miles

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

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Fail 26 May 2016 30,820 miles

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

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

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

Pass 1 Oct 2014 30,597 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2014 30,597 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Rear Brake linkage has abnormal movement due to excessive wear (3.2.A1i)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 23 Sep 2005 28,594 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

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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E296 GBJ is a 1987 Suzuki GS125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1987 Suzuki GS125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 23,074 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 E296 GBJ, 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 39 years old, this Suzuki GS125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E296 GBJ registered?

E296 GBJ is a 1987 Suzuki GS125, first registered on 1 June 1987.

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