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P837 DPD

1997 Suzuki GN125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

20,196 mi
Last recorded20,196 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GN12516,358 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP837 DPD
MakeSuzuki
ModelGN125
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 20,196 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2025 20,035 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2024 19,819 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 3 Apr 2023 19,589 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Apr 2022 19,281 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2021 18,930 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2020 18,040 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 17,137 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 14 Apr 2018 15,779 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 4 May 2017 15,350 miles
Fail 2 May 2017 15,350 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2016 14,525 miles

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

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 28 Apr 2016 14,525 miles

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

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

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 14,047 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2014 13,095 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 11 Apr 2013 11,795 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 10,662 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 10,099 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 9,917 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2009 9,672 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 9,113 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 8,863 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 8,360 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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P837 DPD is a 1997 Suzuki GN125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 P837 DPD, 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 P837 DPD registered?

P837 DPD is a 1997 Suzuki GN125, first registered on 1 May 1997.

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