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J657 AKW

1992 Suzuki GN250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2019
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

5 mi
Last recorded5 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2018
Typical for 1992 Suzuki GN25024,336 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ657 AKW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGN250
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2018 5 miles

Rear Suspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively swing arm bush/bearing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Nov 2018 5 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Steering linkage locking device missing wheel spindel pinch bolt (2.1.3 (d))

Rear Suspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively swing arm bush/bearing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 7 Dec 2011 30,000 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 9 Dec 2010 27,750 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 27,727 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 18 May 2006 27,724 miles
Fail 11 May 2006 27,722 miles

Centre Rear Registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Offside Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Offside Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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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J657 AKW is a 1992 Suzuki GN250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 J657 AKW, 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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J657 AKW is a 1992 Suzuki GN250, first registered on 15 April 1992.

Is J657 AKW safe to buy?

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