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R324 PDV

1997 Suzuki TU250X

Silver Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2016
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

20,176 mi
Last recorded20,176 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2015
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TU250X15,362 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR324 PDV
MakeSuzuki
ModelTU250X
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc
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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2015 20,176 miles

Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 16 Jul 2013 18,465 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2013 18,465 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Pass 27 Jun 2012 16,976 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2012 16,975 miles

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 29 Jun 2011 15,443 miles

front mudguard is corroding

Pass 10 Aug 2007 15,299 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2007 15,260 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 27 Jul 2006 14,480 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2006 14,474 miles

Front An item not tested (Manual)

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

How Reliable is the Suzuki TU250X?

Based on 3,740 MOT tests across 334 vehicles.

85.3%
Pass Rate
363
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
334
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 32
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 26
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 25
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 21
reflector on motorcycle missing 19
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R324 PDV is a 1997 Suzuki TU250X in Silver with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki TU250X models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 15,362 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 TU250X fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R324 PDV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki TU250X typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki TU250X is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R324 PDV registered?

R324 PDV is a 1997 Suzuki TU250X, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R324 PDV safe to buy?

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