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P489 GAW

1997 Suzuki GN125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2015
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

11,051 mi
Last recorded11,051 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2014
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GN12516,358 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP489 GAW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGN125
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2014 11,051 miles

Both rear foot rests missing at time of test

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2012 10,964 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 17 Jul 2012 10,963 miles

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

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 30 Mar 2011 10,731 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2011 10,731 miles

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

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 1 Aug 2009 10,731 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2009 10,731 miles

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

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

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

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

Pass 12 Apr 2006 10,725 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GN125?

Based on 18,615 MOT tests across 2,116 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
873
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
2,116
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 292
Drive chain excessively loose 278
Drive chain worn to excess 243
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 218
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 217
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P489 GAW is a 1997 Suzuki GN125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki GN125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 16,358 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 GN125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 292 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P489 GAW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GN125 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki GN125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P489 GAW registered?

P489 GAW is a 1997 Suzuki GN125, first registered on 13 June 1997.

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