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OOD 880W

1981 Suzuki GS250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2017
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

38,859 mi
Last recorded38,859 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2016
Typical for 1981 Suzuki GS25020,908 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOOD 880W
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS250
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2016 38,859 miles

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

Fail 27 Jul 2016 38,859 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Nearside Rear Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Nearside Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Offside Front Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Offside Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 11 May 2013 37,601 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 37,465 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2012 37,465 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Stop lamp missing (1.3.3a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 10 Sep 2010 37,459 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2010 37,459 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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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OOD 880W is a 1981 Suzuki GS250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 OOD 880W, 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 OOD 880W registered?

OOD 880W is a 1981 Suzuki GS250, first registered on 14 March 1981.

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