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R171 VDV

1997 Suzuki AN125

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

24,420 mi
Last recorded24,420 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2012
Typical for 1997 Suzuki AN12512,976 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR171 VDV
MakeSuzuki
ModelAN125
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2012 24,420 miles

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

Fail 25 Oct 2012 24,420 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

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

Pass 28 Sep 2011 20,936 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 9 Aug 2010 18,925 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 23 Jul 2009 18,355 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 23 Jul 2009 18,355 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 18 Jul 2008 17,804 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 17,247 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 14 Jul 2006 16,728 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

oil leak

Fail 13 Jul 2006 16,726 miles

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

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

oil leak

How Reliable is the Suzuki AN125?

Based on 1,982 MOT tests across 311 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
563
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
311
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 69
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 49
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 41
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 39
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 39
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R171 VDV is a 1997 Suzuki AN125 in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki AN125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 12,976 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 AN125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 69 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R171 VDV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki AN125 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki AN125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R171 VDV registered?

R171 VDV is a 1997 Suzuki AN125, first registered on 26 September 1997.

Is R171 VDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R171 VDV shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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