CarVerify

Free Car Check

E425 CMR

1988 Suzuki Gs

Black Petrol 399cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

42,346 mi
Last recorded42,346 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2025
Typical for 1988 Suzuki Gs32,409 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationE425 CMR
MakeSuzuki
ModelGs
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc
View full Suzuki Gs reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2025 42,346 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2025 42,345 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 15 Jul 2024 42,177 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2023 41,644 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2022 41,464 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2021 41,246 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 41,039 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2019 41,039 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Mar 2018 40,842 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2017 40,557 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2015 40,147 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2014 39,708 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 12 Feb 2014 39,708 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2013 39,130 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 38,527 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 37,893 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 37,375 miles
Fail 8 May 2008 36,378 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2008 36,378 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2007 35,175 miles

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

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gs?

Based on 4,277 MOT tests across 689 vehicles.

79.9%
Pass Rate
479
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
689
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 61
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 60
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 57
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 51
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 44
Full Suzuki Gs reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

E425 CMR is a 1988 Suzuki Gs in Black with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1988 Suzuki Gs models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 32,409 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki Gs fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 61 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E425 CMR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gs typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 38 years old, this Suzuki Gs is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E425 CMR?

You can check the full history of E425 CMR by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was E425 CMR registered?

E425 CMR is a 1988 Suzuki Gs, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is E425 CMR safe to buy?

The MOT history for E425 CMR shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E425 CMR have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on E425 CMR. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.