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Q878VAB

1996 Suzuki RGV250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2016
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

1,814 mi
Last recorded1,814 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2015
Typical for 1996 Suzuki RGV25014,490 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ878VAB
MakeSuzuki
ModelRGV250
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2015 1,814 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 13 Mar 2015 1,814 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 27 Apr 2013 1,752 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 4 Jun 2011 1,353 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2010 1,330 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2010 1,330 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by trapped cables (2.1.2c)

Petrol tank insecure.

How Reliable is the Suzuki RGV250?

Based on 7,454 MOT tests across 1,426 vehicles.

84.9%
Pass Rate
157
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
1,426
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 98
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 70
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 66
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 53
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 51
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Q878VAB is a 1996 Suzuki RGV250 in Red 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 RGV250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 14,490 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 RGV250 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 98 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Q878VAB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki RGV250 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 30 years old, this Suzuki RGV250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was Q878VAB registered?

Q878VAB is a 1996 Suzuki RGV250, first registered on 21 October 1996.

Is Q878VAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for Q878VAB 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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