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R196 DRP

1997 Suzuki GN125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2024
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

29,590 mi
Last recorded29,590 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2023
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GN12516,358 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR196 DRP
MakeSuzuki
ModelGN125
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2023 29,590 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Motorcycle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre cracked no cords exposed

Pass 28 May 2022 29,302 miles
Pass 29 May 2021 28,257 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Fail 29 May 2021 28,257 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2020 27,143 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 30 Dec 2019 27,143 miles

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2015 27,068 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 25,162 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 25,160 miles

Offside Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

n/s+o/s rear foot pegs worn on pins

Pass 8 May 2009 24,336 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

rear footrest pivots badly worn

Pass 19 Apr 2006 23,442 miles

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

How Reliable is the Suzuki GN125?

Based on 18,615 MOT tests across 2,116 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
873
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
2,116
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 292
Drive chain excessively loose 278
Drive chain worn to excess 243
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 218
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 217
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R196 DRP is a 1997 Suzuki GN125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki GN125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 16,358 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki GN125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 292 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R196 DRP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GN125 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki GN125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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R196 DRP is a 1997 Suzuki GN125, first registered on 11 October 1997.

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