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P492 HAW

1997 Suzuki GN250

White Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

273 mi
Last recorded273 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GN25017,250 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP492 HAW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGN250
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 273 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy rear exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 May 2025 111 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2024
Pass 19 May 2023 978 miles

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Apr 2022 923 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2021 621 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2020 40 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 2,161 miles

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

Fail 31 May 2018 2,161 miles

Headlamp reflector seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Main beam tell tale inop

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

Pass 15 Aug 2016 1,685 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 1,262 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 18 miles

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

Fail 16 Aug 2010 16,205 miles

Horn control defective (1.7.2a)

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

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2008 16,195 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 26 Jul 2006 16,195 miles

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

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 26 Jul 2006 16,195 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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P492 HAW is a 1997 Suzuki GN250 in White with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 P492 HAW, 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 P492 HAW registered?

P492 HAW is a 1997 Suzuki GN250, first registered on 4 July 1997.

Is P492 HAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P492 HAW shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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