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R448 BCV

1997 Suzuki AN125

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2022
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

15,816 mi
Last recorded15,816 miles
Recorded on12 May 2021
Typical for 1997 Suzuki AN12512,976 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR448 BCV
MakeSuzuki
ModelAN125
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2021 15,816 miles

Offside Front Lower Panel missing

Pass 17 Jul 2020 15,422 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2020 15,422 miles

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Jul 2019 10,074 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Jul 2018 9,110 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 8,666 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 7,200 miles

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

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

advise front tyre cracking

Pass 11 Nov 2009 5,332 miles

Handlebar slightly out of line.

Pass 1 Sep 2006 5,271 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki AN125?

Based on 1,982 MOT tests across 311 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
563
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
311
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 69
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 49
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 41
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 39
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 39
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R448 BCV is a 1997 Suzuki AN125 in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki AN125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 12,976 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki AN125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 69 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R448 BCV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki AN125 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki AN125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R448 BCV registered?

R448 BCV is a 1997 Suzuki AN125, first registered on 15 September 1997.

Is R448 BCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R448 BCV shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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