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R245 SDV

1997 Suzuki GS125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2023
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

15,413 mi
Last recorded15,413 miles
Recorded on7 May 2022
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GS12516,612 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR245 SDV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS125
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 May 2022 15,413 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 14 May 2021 13,667 miles
Pass 16 May 2020 13,421 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2017 12,984 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 18 Dec 2014 12,976 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 19 Sep 2013 12,721 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2013 12,721 miles

Nearside Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Fail 30 Aug 2013 12,719 miles

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Brake fluid reservoir slightly damaged (3.2.B1b)

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 5 Nov 2011 11,817 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Fail 1 Nov 2011 11,817 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Pass 25 Feb 2009 11,377 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

Fail 21 Feb 2009 11,377 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Front Stop lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.3.3a) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

Pass 29 Sep 2007 9,312 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 10 Oct 2006 9,224 miles

Nearside Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 29 Sep 2006 9,174 miles

Front Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1c)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

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

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

left hand grip not secure

How Reliable is the Suzuki GS125?

Based on 5,438 MOT tests across 847 vehicles.

72.0%
Pass Rate
805
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
847
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 160
Footrest missing 131
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 94
Drive chain excessively loose 84
Drive chain worn to excess 79
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R245 SDV is a 1997 Suzuki GS125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki GS125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 16,612 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 GS125 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 160 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R245 SDV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GS125 typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki GS125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R245 SDV registered?

R245 SDV is a 1997 Suzuki GS125, first registered on 9 October 1997.

Is R245 SDV safe to buy?

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