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J172 BDT

1992 Suzuki GN250

Red Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

41,026 mi
Last recorded41,026 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2025
Typical for 1992 Suzuki GN25024,336 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ172 BDT
MakeSuzuki
ModelGN250
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2025 41,026 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Jan 2025 41,019 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced SWING ARM (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2018 41,010 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2018 41,010 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 40,993 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 40,962 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 40,844 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2014 40,715 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 29 Apr 2014 40,715 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 40,487 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 3,874 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2012 3,874 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 16 Apr 2011 35,518 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 30 Apr 2010 31,846 miles

Rear Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 1 May 2009 28,298 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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J172 BDT is a 1992 Suzuki GN250 in Red with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1992 Suzuki GN250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 24,336 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 J172 BDT, 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 34 years old, this Suzuki GN250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J172 BDT registered?

J172 BDT is a 1992 Suzuki GN250, first registered on 16 July 1992.

Is J172 BDT safe to buy?

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