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E954 PFR

1998 Suzuki GN250

Red Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

8,718 mi
Last recorded8,718 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GN25012,076 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE954 PFR
MakeSuzuki
ModelGN250
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 8,718 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2024 8,632 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2023 8,550 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2022 8,503 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases slight leak from silencer to downpipe (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust slightly loose tail pipe/silencer to downpipe joint is slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 1 Jul 2022 8,503 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases slight leak from silencer to downpipe (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust slightly loose tail pipe/silencer to downpipe joint is slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Front Suspension attachment bracket/mounting insecure front mudguard had a bolt missing and this mudguard has the fork brace incorporated into it so it is structural. (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements small black classic style number plate was fitted,this has had the correct size and colour one fitted over the top of it. (0.1 (d))

Pass 23 Jun 2021 8,295 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 8,290 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2018 8,290 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively Sprocket carrier (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 10 Aug 2018 8,290 miles

Brake caliper insecure Top mounting bolt loose (1.1.16 (c) (i))

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

Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening insecure Tie bar split link missing (6.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively Sprocket carrier (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2014 8,274 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2014 8,274 miles

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

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Outer Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 23 Jul 2013 8,187 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 3 Jul 2008 8,145 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 7,969 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GN250?

Based on 8,545 MOT tests across 956 vehicles.

81.8%
Pass Rate
396
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
956
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 145
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 74
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 71
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 70
Drive chain excessively loose 57
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E954 PFR is a 1998 Suzuki GN250 in Red with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki GN250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 12,076 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 GN250 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 145 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E954 PFR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GN250 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 28 years old, this Suzuki GN250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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E954 PFR is a 1998 Suzuki GN250, first registered on 20 July 1998.

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