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PRW 355W

1980 Suzuki GS250

Blue Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

23,777 mi
Last recorded23,777 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2007
Typical for 1980 Suzuki GS25029,401 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPRW 355W
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS250
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 10 Oct 2007 23,777 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Stop lamp missing (1.3.3a)

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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

Rear Wheel spoke cracked. (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Bad oil leak from engine

Pass 14 Aug 2006 21,776 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GS250?

Based on 1,187 MOT tests across 248 vehicles.

78.9%
Pass Rate
313
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
248
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 28
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 18
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 14
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 13
Drive chain excessively loose 11
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PRW 355W is a 1980 Suzuki GS250 in Blue with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1980 Suzuki GS250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 29,401 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 GS250 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PRW 355W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GS250 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 46 years old, this Suzuki GS250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PRW 355W?

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What year was PRW 355W registered?

PRW 355W is a 1980 Suzuki GS250, first registered on 19 November 1980.

Is PRW 355W safe to buy?

The MOT history for PRW 355W shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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