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R187 LJU

1997 Suzuki TU250X

Silver Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Sep 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

31,399 mi
Last recorded31,399 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TU250X15,362 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR187 LJU
MakeSuzuki
ModelTU250X
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc
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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2025 31,399 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2024 31,395 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2023 31,390 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2022 31,384 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 31,355 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2020 31,350 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 30,900 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front front tyre has cuts but not deep enough to reach ply or cords

Rear Wheel spoke slightly bent (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 16 Jul 2018 30,352 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2017 29,739 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 8 Aug 2016 28,532 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 27,960 miles

Rear tyre perished and starting to crack.

Pass 29 Aug 2014 27,576 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2014 27,570 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 21 Sep 2013 26,863 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 19 Jul 2008 26,617 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 28 Jul 2007 26,042 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 15 Jul 2006 23,324 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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R187 LJU is a 1997 Suzuki TU250X in Silver with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R187 LJU, 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 R187 LJU registered?

R187 LJU is a 1997 Suzuki TU250X, first registered on 11 August 1997.

Is R187 LJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R187 LJU shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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