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R460 EHS

1997 Suzuki TU250X

Maroon Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2015
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

31,394 mi
Last recorded31,394 miles
Recorded on30 May 2014
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TU250X15,362 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR460 EHS
MakeSuzuki
ModelTU250X
Year1997
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc
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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 May 2014 31,394 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

corrosion to various parts of frame

rear reg plate damaged

Fail 30 May 2014 31,394 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake pedal cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

corrosion to various parts of frame

rear reg plate damaged

Pass 29 May 2013 29,600 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

ball end missing off clutch lever

exhaust blowing at middle

nearside rear indicator loose

no plate has water damage but not likley to be misread

Fail 29 May 2013 29,600 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

ball end missing off clutch lever

exhaust blowing at middle

nearside rear indicator loose

no plate has water damage but not likley to be misread

Pass 13 Apr 2012 27,421 miles

Centre Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

ball end missing off clutch lever

front brake binding very slightly

Pass 5 Apr 2011 25,918 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 29 May 2010 24,588 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 20 Apr 2009 21,344 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2009 21,344 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Fail 19 Apr 2008 18,863 miles

Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.2.B2b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 19 Apr 2008 18,863 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 18,688 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Fail 29 Apr 2006 18,677 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

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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R460 EHS is a 1997 Suzuki TU250X in Maroon with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 R460 EHS, 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 R460 EHS registered?

R460 EHS is a 1997 Suzuki TU250X, first registered on 1 October 1997.

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