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R109 XAW

1998 Suzuki TU250X

Maroon Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

42,674 mi
Last recorded42,674 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki TU250X13,668 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR109 XAW
MakeSuzuki
ModelTU250X
Year1998
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 42,674 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 2 Jun 2026 42,674 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 16 Jun 2025 41,289 miles

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

Rear Slight cracking/perishing.

Pass 30 Jun 2008 39,559 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 33,897 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

How Reliable is the Suzuki TU250X?

Based on 3,740 MOT tests across 334 vehicles.

85.3%
Pass Rate
363
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
334
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 32
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 26
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 25
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 21
reflector on motorcycle missing 19
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R109 XAW is a 1998 Suzuki TU250X in Maroon with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki TU250X models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 13,668 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 TU250X fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R109 XAW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki TU250X typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Suzuki TU250X is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R109 XAW registered?

R109 XAW is a 1998 Suzuki TU250X, first registered on 7 July 1998.

Is R109 XAW safe to buy?

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