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J501 NVM

1991 Suzuki GS125ES

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2026
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

21,177 mi
Last recorded21,177 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2025
Typical for 1991 Suzuki GS125ES17,410 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ501 NVM
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS125ES
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2025 21,177 miles

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

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

Front Forks do not have steel brace

Fail 17 Jun 2025 21,176 miles

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

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

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

Front Forks do not have steel brace

Pass 8 Dec 2020 10,580 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2020 10,580 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Rear Position lamp lens seriously defective (4.2.1 (b))

Rear Suspension attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2019 7,938 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2018 7,323 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2018 7,322 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 6 Mar 2017 6,383 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2017 6,383 miles

Rear Brake locking device missing split pin mising (3.2.A1e)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

How Reliable is the Suzuki GS125ES?

Based on 4,085 MOT tests across 566 vehicles.

73.0%
Pass Rate
924
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
566
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 118
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 94
Drive chain excessively loose 70
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 59
Drive chain worn to excess 55
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J501 NVM is a 1991 Suzuki GS125ES in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1991 Suzuki GS125ES models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 17,410 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 GS125ES fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 118 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J501 NVM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GS125ES typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 35 years old, this Suzuki GS125ES is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J501 NVM registered?

J501 NVM is a 1991 Suzuki GS125ES, first registered on 30 October 1991.

Is J501 NVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for J501 NVM shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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