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P885 SCL

1997 Suzuki GN250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2011
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

108,755 mi
Last recorded108,755 miles
Recorded on6 May 2010
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GN25017,250 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP885 SCL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGN250
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 May 2010 108,755 miles

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Nearside Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 1 May 2010 10,830 miles

Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Motorcycle structure cracked (6.1.1a)

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Front Upper Brake hose slightly kinked (3.2.B3a)

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Nearside Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Nearside Front Lower Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 15 Apr 2009 9,627 miles

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

both front forks have slight pitting

Pass 19 Oct 2007
Fail 17 Oct 2007

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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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P885 SCL is a 1997 Suzuki GN250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 P885 SCL, 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 P885 SCL registered?

P885 SCL is a 1997 Suzuki GN250, first registered on 16 April 1997.

Is P885 SCL safe to buy?

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