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P71 JPO

1996 Suzuki GN250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2025
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

18,809 mi
Last recorded18,809 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2024
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GN25021,484 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP71 JPO
MakeSuzuki
ModelGN250
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2024 18,809 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2023 18,772 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Jun 2019 18,759 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2019 18,759 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Sep 2017 17,469 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2017 17,462 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

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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P71 JPO is a 1996 Suzuki GN250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 P71 JPO, 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 P71 JPO registered?

P71 JPO is a 1996 Suzuki GN250, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P71 JPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P71 JPO shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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