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G730 VRT

1989 Suzuki GN250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

41,288 mi
Last recorded41,288 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 1989 Suzuki GN25027,272 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG730 VRT
MakeSuzuki
ModelGN250
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 41,288 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 20 May 2026 41,288 miles

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

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 14 Oct 2025 41,285 miles

Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn swing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2024 40,757 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2024 40,757 miles

Front Wheel spindle locking device missing (5.2.1 (d))

Pass 12 Oct 2023 40,439 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 39,357 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2021 39,017 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 38,806 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 38,034 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2019 38,024 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Fail 11 Apr 2019 38,016 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Slight oil leak from engine

Pass 19 Apr 2018 37,060 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2016 36,392 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 35,659 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 34,730 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2011 34,373 miles

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

front tyre slightly perished

Pass 23 Feb 2010 33,505 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Fail 23 Feb 2010 33,505 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 29 Jan 2008 30,959 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2007 30,874 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2006 30,818 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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G730 VRT is a 1989 Suzuki GN250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1989 Suzuki GN250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 27,272 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 G730 VRT, 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 37 years old, this Suzuki GN250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G730 VRT registered?

G730 VRT is a 1989 Suzuki GN250, first registered on 1 September 1989.

Is G730 VRT safe to buy?

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