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P532 BFJ

1996 Suzuki GN250

Purple Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

27,029 mi
Last recorded27,029 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2015
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GN25021,484 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP532 BFJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGN250
Year1996
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2015 27,029 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2014 27,012 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 14 Oct 2013 26,499 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fuel pipe perishing

Pass 5 Sep 2012 25,724 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 1 Sep 2011 25,246 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 29 Apr 2010 22,519 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2009 22,170 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2007 21,484 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2006 21,132 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 4 Oct 2006 21,132 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 25 Oct 2005 20,906 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2005 20,906 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

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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P532 BFJ is a 1996 Suzuki GN250 in Purple with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P532 BFJ, 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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What year was P532 BFJ registered?

P532 BFJ is a 1996 Suzuki GN250, first registered on 12 November 1996.

Is P532 BFJ safe to buy?

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