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R136 MBC

1997 Suzuki TU250X

White Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

23,777 mi
Last recorded23,777 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2015
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TU250X15,362 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR136 MBC
MakeSuzuki
ModelTU250X
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2015 23,777 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 21,666 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 20,725 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2013 20,725 miles

Rear suspension component excessively corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 28 Apr 2012 19,251 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2012 19,251 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2011 16,261 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2011 16,232 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 13 Apr 2010 11,999 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2009 11,887 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 11,565 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 11,457 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2007 11,454 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 27 Apr 2006 11,420 miles

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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R136 MBC is a 1997 Suzuki TU250X in White with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki TU250X models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 15,362 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 R136 MBC, 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 29 years old, this Suzuki TU250X is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R136 MBC registered?

R136 MBC is a 1997 Suzuki TU250X, first registered on 1 August 1997.

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