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P124 VBV

1996 Suzuki GN250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2016
Tests17 (9 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate52.9%

Mileage

39,254 mi
Last recorded39,254 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2015
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GN25021,484 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP124 VBV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGN250
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

9 pass 8 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2015 39,254 miles

Centre Rear Rear suspension bearing deteriorated but not excessively (2.4A.2a(i))

Fail 9 Apr 2015 39,254 miles

Centre Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Centre Rear Rear suspension bearing deteriorated but not excessively (2.4A.2a(i))

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

Pass 20 Mar 2014 35,666 miles

rear swing arm has been repaired by seam welding to a high standard as informed to me by the customer.The swing arm is made up of several pieces welded together as standard.

Fail 18 Mar 2014 35,666 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear suspension component excessively corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 13 Mar 2013 34,530 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 28,874 miles

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

Fail 15 Mar 2012 28,864 miles

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

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

Rear suspension has corrosion which reduces the strength of a load bearing member or its supporting structure. (2.4.A.2d) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 22 Jul 2010 27,929 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2010 27,929 miles

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

rear tyre side wall cracked/perished no core exposed at time of test.

Pass 16 Jul 2009 27,042 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2009 27,039 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Nearside Front Front suspension spring worn but not seriously weakened (2.3.2b)

Offside Front Front suspension spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.3.2b)

Pass 16 Jul 2008 26,326 miles

advise front tyre perished!

Fail 25 Jun 2008 26,317 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2007 24,484 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2007 24,484 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 14 Jun 2006 22,252 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2006 22,252 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

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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P124 VBV is a 1996 Suzuki GN250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.9%.

Across all 1996 Suzuki GN250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 21,484 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 P124 VBV, 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 30 years old, this Suzuki GN250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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P124 VBV is a 1996 Suzuki GN250, first registered on 27 December 1996.

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