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M489 BFG

1994 Suzuki GN125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2015
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

18,939 mi
Last recorded18,939 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2014
Typical for 1994 Suzuki GN12519,818 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM489 BFG
MakeSuzuki
ModelGN125
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Fail 14 Nov 2014 18,939 miles

Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)

N/S rear light dose not illuminate imediately when switched on

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

slight cracking in side wall of front tyre

Pass 14 Nov 2014 18,939 miles

N/S rear light dose not illuminate imediately when switched on

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

slight cracking in side wall of front tyre

Fail 22 Jul 2014 18,935 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.3a)

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 3 Jul 2013 13,756 miles

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

Fail 1 Jul 2013 13,756 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

both tyres under inflated

Pass 8 Apr 2010 13,710 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2008 13,607 miles

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

Fail 9 Aug 2008 13,607 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.6)

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

Pass 14 Jun 2006 11,920 miles

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

Rear Lower Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

How Reliable is the Suzuki GN125?

Based on 18,615 MOT tests across 2,116 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
873
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
2,116
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 292
Drive chain excessively loose 278
Drive chain worn to excess 243
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 218
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 217
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M489 BFG is a 1994 Suzuki GN125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1994 Suzuki GN125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 19,818 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 GN125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 292 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M489 BFG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GN125 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 32 years old, this Suzuki GN125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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M489 BFG is a 1994 Suzuki GN125, first registered on 1 October 1994.

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