MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
50,652 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)
Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)
Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)
Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)
Oil leak
Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))
nearside footrest bent
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
How Reliable is the Suzuki GSX250?
Based on 1,857 MOT tests across 354 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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HAF 897W is a 1980 Suzuki GSX250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
Across all 1980 Suzuki GSX250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 26,508 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 GSX250 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 31 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HAF 897W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Suzuki GSX250 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 46 years old, this Suzuki GSX250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was HAF 897W registered?
HAF 897W is a 1980 Suzuki GSX250, first registered on 22 September 1980.
Is HAF 897W safe to buy?
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