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R268 CLS

1998 Suzuki GN125

Green Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2026
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

22,727 mi
Last recorded22,727 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GN12516,924 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR268 CLS
MakeSuzuki
ModelGN125
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2025 22,727 miles
Pass 1 May 2024 21,446 miles

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

Fail 1 May 2024 21,446 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 13 Aug 2022 21,190 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 20,385 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 19,069 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 17,832 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 7 Jul 2014 17,830 miles

Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Front Headlamp aim headlamp damaged and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Fuel cap does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.2b)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 3 Jul 2013 15,217 miles

Brake lever slightly damaged (3.2.A1c)

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

Fail 2 Jul 2013 15,215 miles

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

Brake lever slightly damaged (3.2.A1c)

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

Pass 21 Jun 2012 12,566 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 9,176 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 7,674 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2010 7,674 miles

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 23 Sep 2008 7,646 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2006 7,583 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2006 7,583 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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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R268 CLS is a 1998 Suzuki GN125 in Green with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 R268 CLS, 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 R268 CLS registered?

R268 CLS is a 1998 Suzuki GN125, first registered on 10 June 1998.

Is R268 CLS safe to buy?

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