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KFL 270W

1981 Suzuki GSX250

Silver Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

431 mi
Last recorded431 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2017
Typical for 1981 Suzuki GSX25026,116 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKFL 270W
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX250
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2017 431 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 85 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 7 Aug 2015 33,325 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

exhaust stud missing offside

right handgrip torn

slight split on sidewall of rear tyre offside

Fail 6 Aug 2015 33,325 miles

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

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

exhaust stud missing offside

right handgrip torn

slight split on sidewall of rear tyre offside

Pass 5 Oct 2013 33,318 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 31,835 miles

chain worn unevenly

Fail 10 Apr 2010 31,835 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

chain worn unevenly

Pass 14 Apr 2009 28,863 miles

front tyre perishing in tread

Fail 7 Apr 2009 28,841 miles

Dipswitch does not deflect the main beam/s, making them into dipped beam/s (1.2.2b(ii))

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

front tyre perished in tread

Pass 7 Nov 2007 27,332 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSX250?

Based on 1,857 MOT tests across 354 vehicles.

81.1%
Pass Rate
340
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
354
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 31
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 28
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 16
Direction indicator not working 14
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 12
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KFL 270W is a 1981 Suzuki GSX250 in Silver with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1981 Suzuki GSX250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 26,116 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 GSX250 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 31 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KFL 270W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSX250 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 45 years old, this Suzuki GSX250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KFL 270W registered?

KFL 270W is a 1981 Suzuki GSX250, first registered on 26 June 1981.

Is KFL 270W safe to buy?

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