MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
26,796 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Temporary fuel cap fitted
advise side stand loose
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Centre Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.1)
Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)
Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)
Centre Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)
Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
How Reliable is the Suzuki GS125?
Based on 5,438 MOT tests across 847 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R397 ERL is a 1998 Suzuki GS125 in White with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.
Across all 1998 Suzuki GS125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 16,594 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 R397 ERL, 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 28 years old, this Suzuki GS125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was R397 ERL registered?
R397 ERL is a 1998 Suzuki GS125, first registered on 10 January 1998.
Is R397 ERL safe to buy?
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