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P491 UDU

1997 Suzuki GN125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

23,366 mi
Last recorded23,366 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GN12516,358 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP491 UDU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGN125
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 23,366 miles

Rear foot pegs missing, design for single use

Pass 11 Jun 2025 22,497 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2024 20,178 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2023 17,100 miles

Offside Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))

Pass 1 Aug 2014 17,097 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

right hand lever ball broken off.

Pass 11 Jul 2013 17,038 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2012 16,574 miles

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

front mudguard rusty

Pass 13 Mar 2010 16,522 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2010 16,522 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

front tyre under inflated

Pass 24 May 2008 7,171 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 5,014 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2007 5,014 miles

Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6)

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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P491 UDU is a 1997 Suzuki GN125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P491 UDU, 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 P491 UDU registered?

P491 UDU is a 1997 Suzuki GN125, first registered on 8 May 1997.

Is P491 UDU safe to buy?

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