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P486 GAW

1997 Suzuki GS125

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

16,528 mi
Last recorded16,528 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2008
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GS12516,612 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP486 GAW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS125
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2008 16,528 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2008 16,528 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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 reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.1)

Pass 19 Sep 2006 15,247 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 9 Jan 2006 14,937 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GS125?

Based on 5,438 MOT tests across 847 vehicles.

72.0%
Pass Rate
805
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
847
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 160
Footrest missing 131
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 94
Drive chain excessively loose 84
Drive chain worn to excess 79
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P486 GAW is a 1997 Suzuki GS125 in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki GS125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 16,612 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki GS125 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 160 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P486 GAW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GS125 typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki GS125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P486 GAW registered?

P486 GAW is a 1997 Suzuki GS125, first registered on 6 June 1997.

Is P486 GAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P486 GAW shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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