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PDV 613W

1981 Suzuki GSX250

Blue Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2018
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

20,560 mi
Last recorded20,560 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2017
Typical for 1981 Suzuki GSX25026,116 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPDV 613W
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX250
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2017 20,560 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 20,479 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2015 20,476 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Jul 2005 20,466 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2005 20,466 miles

Front All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

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

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

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

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSX250?

Based on 1,857 MOT tests across 354 vehicles.

81.1%
Pass Rate
340
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
354
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 31
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 28
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 16
Direction indicator not working 14
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 12
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PDV 613W is a 1981 Suzuki GSX250 in Blue with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1981 Suzuki GSX250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 26,116 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 GSX250 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 31 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PDV 613W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSX250 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 45 years old, this Suzuki GSX250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was PDV 613W registered?

PDV 613W is a 1981 Suzuki GSX250, first registered on 30 March 1981.

Is PDV 613W safe to buy?

The MOT history for PDV 613W shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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