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FN53 HGL

2003 Suzuki GZ125

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2025
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

19,796 mi
Last recorded19,796 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2024
Typical for 2003 Suzuki GZ12511,017 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN53 HGL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGZ125
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2024 19,796 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 9 Sep 2024 19,796 miles

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Advise Further Check For Wheel Bearing Rumble, Benefit Of Doubt Given As Could Be Brake Rub

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 24 May 2023 17,486 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2022 12,755 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2020 11,349 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2019 8,718 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2019 8,718 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2017 8,292 miles

Front Wheel corroded

Fail 5 Jul 2017 8,263 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Wheel corroded

Pass 1 Jul 2016 6,849 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 5,673 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 4,373 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Tyre showing signs of age related cracking on side walls

Pass 21 Jun 2013 3,399 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 20 Jun 2013 3,399 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 14 Jun 2012 582 miles

Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Pass 14 Jun 2012 582 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 577 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GZ125?

Based on 38,208 MOT tests across 3,893 vehicles.

73.9%
Pass Rate
867
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
3,893
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,031
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 953
Drive chain excessively loose 817
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 714
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 654
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FN53 HGL is a 2003 Suzuki GZ125 in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2003 Suzuki GZ125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 11,017 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 GZ125 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 1,031 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FN53 HGL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GZ125 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 23 years old, this Suzuki GZ125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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FN53 HGL is a 2003 Suzuki GZ125, first registered on 4 December 2003.

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