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J868 PPR

1992 Suzuki GN250

Gold Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2025
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

43 mi
Last recorded43 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 1992 Suzuki GN25024,336 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ868 PPR
MakeSuzuki
ModelGN250
Year1992
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Fail 19 Jun 2026 43 miles

Front Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (5.2.3 (k))

Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

Rear Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (5.2.3 (k))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 22 Oct 2024 15 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2023 19,153 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2023 19,153 miles

Offside Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 11 Jul 2020 19,041 miles

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

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

Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing stanchions (5.3.2 (b))

cush drive rubbers slight worn

Fail 11 Jul 2020 19,041 miles

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

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

Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing stanchions (5.3.2 (b))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

cush drive rubbers slight worn

Pass 14 May 2018 18,750 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. all (4.2.1b)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. all (4.2.1b)

Pass 29 Oct 2015 18,641 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect both (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 21 Oct 2015 18,641 miles

Rear Wheel spoke cracked. (4.2.1b)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect both (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 30 Oct 2014 18,010 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2014 18,010 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 30 Jul 2008 18,025 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 17,871 miles

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

Fail 3 Jan 2006 17,466 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Rear Chain guard fouling another component (6.2.1c)

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

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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J868 PPR is a 1992 Suzuki GN250 in Gold with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 J868 PPR, 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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J868 PPR is a 1992 Suzuki GN250, first registered on 27 January 1992.

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