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HCE 432X

1981 Suzuki GS250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2022
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

18,012 mi
Last recorded18,012 miles
Recorded on7 May 2021
Typical for 1981 Suzuki GS25020,908 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHCE 432X
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS250
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 May 2021 18,012 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement swing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2019 17,768 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 17,419 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 17,101 miles

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. swing arm (2.4.A.1a)

Fail 3 May 2017 17,097 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. swing arm (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 28 Apr 2015 16,923 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fuel cap seal slightly perished

Pass 20 Aug 2013 16,645 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 17 Aug 2012 16,351 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2011 15,675 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2008 14,817 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GS250?

Based on 1,187 MOT tests across 248 vehicles.

78.9%
Pass Rate
313
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
248
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 28
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 18
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 14
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 13
Drive chain excessively loose 11
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HCE 432X is a 1981 Suzuki GS250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1981 Suzuki GS250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 20,908 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki GS250 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HCE 432X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GS250 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 45 years old, this Suzuki GS250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HCE 432X registered?

HCE 432X is a 1981 Suzuki GS250, first registered on 25 August 1981.

Is HCE 432X safe to buy?

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