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P179 BPB

1996 Suzuki GN250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2012
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

36,201 mi
Last recorded36,201 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2011
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GN25021,484 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP179 BPB
MakeSuzuki
ModelGN250
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2011 36,201 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2011 36,201 miles

Front wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.3.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Fail 13 Jan 2010 33,331 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front mudguard rusty but secure

Offside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 13 Jan 2010 33,331 miles

Front mudguard rusty but secure

Offside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 12 Nov 2008 30,200 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2008 30,179 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 28 Jun 2006 28,667 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2006 28,663 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

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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P179 BPB is a 1996 Suzuki GN250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 P179 BPB, 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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What year was P179 BPB registered?

P179 BPB is a 1996 Suzuki GN250, first registered on 13 September 1996.

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