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R215 HVW

1998 Suzuki GN125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2021
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

42,579 mi
Last recorded42,579 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2019
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GN12516,924 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR215 HVW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGN125
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2019 42,579 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 39,966 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Clutch lever shortened both levers (6.2.7 (b))

Fail 14 Jul 2018 39,966 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Clutch lever shortened both levers (6.2.7 (b))

Handlebar mounting insecure (2.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2016 33,354 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2016 33,354 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 18 Jul 2015 31,850 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2012 31,503 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Pass 19 Sep 2012 31,503 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 30,694 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 30,261 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2009 29,447 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 30 Apr 2009 29,447 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 28,710 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 27,928 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2006 26,594 miles

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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R215 HVW is a 1998 Suzuki GN125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki GN125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 16,924 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 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 R215 HVW, 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 28 years old, this Suzuki GN125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R215 HVW registered?

R215 HVW is a 1998 Suzuki GN125, first registered on 22 May 1998.

Is R215 HVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R215 HVW shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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