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JOP 147W

1981 Suzuki GS250

Blue Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2019
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

43,236 mi
Last recorded43,236 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2018
Typical for 1981 Suzuki GS25020,908 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJOP 147W
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS250
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2018 43,236 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Mudguard insecure corroded ()

Rear Mudguard insecure corroded ()

Fail 30 Oct 2018 43,236 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Mudguard insecure corroded ()

Rear Mudguard insecure corroded ()

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

Pass 14 Apr 2015 35,889 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Fail 14 Apr 2015 35,889 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 14 Mar 2014 26,662 miles

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

Fail 14 Mar 2014 26,662 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 21 Mar 2013 18,953 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Plate brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.B1b)

Fail 21 Mar 2013 18,953 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Plate brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.B1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 8 Apr 2010 18,420 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 13 May 2009 17,919 miles

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Nail in front tyre

Pass 16 Apr 2008 17,198 miles

Nearside Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Offside Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

rear swinging arm has heavy surface rust

How Reliable is the Suzuki GS250?

Based on 1,187 MOT tests across 248 vehicles.

78.9%
Pass Rate
313
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
248
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 28
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 18
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 14
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 13
Drive chain excessively loose 11
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JOP 147W is a 1981 Suzuki GS250 in Blue with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1981 Suzuki GS250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 20,908 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 GS250 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JOP 147W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GS250 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 45 years old, this Suzuki GS250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was JOP 147W registered?

JOP 147W is a 1981 Suzuki GS250, first registered on 31 March 1981.

Is JOP 147W safe to buy?

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