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P430 APK

1996 Suzuki GN250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2025
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

39,755 mi
Last recorded39,755 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2024
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GN25021,484 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP430 APK
MakeSuzuki
ModelGN250
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2024 39,755 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 10 Oct 2024 39,737 miles

Fuel cap ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Pass 2 Sep 2021 39,704 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 28 May 2020 39,660 miles
Fail 28 May 2020 39,660 miles

Central Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Pass 2 Apr 2019 39,557 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2018 39,408 miles

Rear brake adjustment poor

Pass 15 Nov 2016 39,293 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 12 Nov 2016 39,293 miles

Motorcycle structure excessively corroded swinging arm webbing excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 13 Nov 2015 38,161 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 37,903 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Fail 6 Aug 2014 37,903 miles

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

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 9 Aug 2013 37,237 miles

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

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 20 Jul 2010 36,674 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 18 May 2009 36,593 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 32,753 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 28 Apr 2008 32,753 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

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

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Pass 30 Apr 2007 28,888 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2007 28,854 miles

Brake cylinder severely corroded (3.2.B1b)

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

slight rear wheel missalignment exhaust system rusty condition

Pass 12 Apr 2006 25,033 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2006 25,033 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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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P430 APK is a 1996 Suzuki GN250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 P430 APK, 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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P430 APK is a 1996 Suzuki GN250, first registered on 1 August 1996.

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