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F859 PTM

1989 Suzuki RGV250

White Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2014
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

26,523 mi
Last recorded26,523 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2013
Typical for 1989 Suzuki RGV25017,216 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF859 PTM
MakeSuzuki
ModelRGV250
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2013 26,523 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 26,498 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2007 26,024 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 28 Jul 2007 26,024 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2005 26,023 miles

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front Headlamp aim too high (hotspot upper edge above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.1)

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Front Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e) DANGEROUS

Front Upper Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the Suzuki RGV250?

Based on 7,454 MOT tests across 1,426 vehicles.

84.9%
Pass Rate
157
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
1,426
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 98
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 70
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 66
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 53
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 51
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F859 PTM is a 1989 Suzuki RGV250 in White with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1989 Suzuki RGV250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 17,216 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 RGV250 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 98 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F859 PTM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki RGV250 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 37 years old, this Suzuki RGV250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F859 PTM registered?

F859 PTM is a 1989 Suzuki RGV250, first registered on 14 July 1989.

Is F859 PTM safe to buy?

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