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F278 NDL

1988 Suzuki RG125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2018
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

46,936 mi
Last recorded46,936 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2017
Typical for 1988 Suzuki RG12522,645 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF278 NDL
MakeSuzuki
ModelRG125
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2017 46,936 miles

Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

advise front brake service and inspection

advise steering stops be revised

Pass 9 Nov 2016 44,377 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front suspension assembly slightly misaligned (2.3.1)

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired alter connections to bulb (1.2.3a)

Motorcycle structure slightly damaged fan mounting slightly loose (6.1.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

advise revise r/h steering stop

rear suspension has slightly reduced damping

Fail 9 Nov 2016 44,377 miles

Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front suspension assembly slightly misaligned (2.3.1)

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired alter connections to bulb (1.2.3a)

Motorcycle structure slightly damaged fan mounting slightly loose (6.1.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

advise revise r/h steering stop

rear suspension has slightly reduced damping

Pass 22 Sep 2015 43,294 miles

Brake component is slightly corroded front brake hose fitting (3.1.5)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

wiring untidy around head stock

Fail 12 Sep 2015 43,248 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride split link retaining clip incorrectly fitted drive chain (6.2.1h)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride split pin missing rear brake torque arm (6.2.1h)

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

Brake component is slightly corroded front brake hose fitting (3.1.5)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

wiring untidy around head stock

Pass 30 Sep 2014 41,874 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

advise wiring untidy

Fail 27 Sep 2014 41,874 miles

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1c)

Front Brake disc(s) excessively pitted (3.2.A1l)

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

advise wiring untidy

How Reliable is the Suzuki RG125?

Based on 2,006 MOT tests across 471 vehicles.

70.8%
Pass Rate
471
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
471
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 69
reflector on motorcycle missing 68
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 53
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 43
Direction indicator not working 34
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F278 NDL is a 1988 Suzuki RG125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1988 Suzuki RG125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 22,645 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 RG125 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 69 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F278 NDL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki RG125 typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 38 years old, this Suzuki RG125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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F278 NDL is a 1988 Suzuki RG125, first registered on 13 September 1988.

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