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P204 JAJ

1997 Suzuki GN250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

43,528 mi
Last recorded43,528 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2014
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GN25017,250 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP204 JAJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGN250
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2014 43,528 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2014 43,525 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)

Offside An item not tested (Manual)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 5 Mar 2013 42,306 miles

Vehicle has been modified from standard

Pass 28 May 2012 41,337 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

number plate and reflector on n/s

only drivers seat fitted

Pass 30 Mar 2011 40,272 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 24 Mar 2011 40,272 miles

Rear Lower Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 29 Apr 2009 40,225 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2008 40,225 miles

Nearside Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 22 Sep 2007 35,477 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 28,167 miles

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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P204 JAJ is a 1997 Suzuki GN250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki GN250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 17,250 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 P204 JAJ, 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 29 years old, this Suzuki GN250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P204 JAJ registered?

P204 JAJ is a 1997 Suzuki GN250, first registered on 1 April 1997.

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