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R249 FMA

1998 Suzuki GN125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2016
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

31,504 mi
Last recorded31,504 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2015
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GN12516,924 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR249 FMA
MakeSuzuki
ModelGN125
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2015 31,504 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 31,499 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2013 31,478 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear suspension component excessively corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Chain & sprocket requires attension

Rear tyre bald down centre tread/ tread splitting

front Brake lever end broken off

Fail 9 Jun 2011 28,601 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 9 Jun 2011 28,601 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 20 May 2010 2,843 miles
Fail 20 May 2010 2,843 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 19 Sep 2008 28,314 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2008 28,313 miles

Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

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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R249 FMA is a 1998 Suzuki GN125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 R249 FMA, 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 R249 FMA registered?

R249 FMA is a 1998 Suzuki GN125, first registered on 1 January 1998.

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