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J549 LBC

1991 Suzuki RGV250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2013
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

12,184 mi
Last recorded12,184 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2012
Typical for 1991 Suzuki RGV25018,479 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ549 LBC
MakeSuzuki
ModelRGV250
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2012 12,184 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

rear tyre perished

Fail 21 Jan 2012 12,182 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Nearside Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

petrol tank not secure at the front

rear tyre perished

Fail 15 Apr 2011 12,153 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Fail 6 Oct 2009 12,145 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 6 Oct 2009 12,145 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 12,141 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki RGV250?

Based on 7,454 MOT tests across 1,426 vehicles.

84.9%
Pass Rate
157
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
1,426
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 98
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 70
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 66
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 53
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 51
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J549 LBC is a 1991 Suzuki RGV250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1991 Suzuki RGV250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 18,479 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 RGV250 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 98 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J549 LBC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki RGV250 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 35 years old, this Suzuki RGV250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J549 LBC registered?

J549 LBC is a 1991 Suzuki RGV250, first registered on 2 September 1991.

Is J549 LBC safe to buy?

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