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R473 FMV

1998 Suzuki GZ125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2021
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

23,695 mi
Last recorded23,695 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2020
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GZ12514,707 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR473 FMV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGZ125
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2020 23,695 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 25 Sep 2020 23,695 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2019 20,920 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 16,701 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 24 Jul 2017 13,900 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 18 Jul 2017 13,900 miles

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 9 May 2016 8,753 miles
Fail 7 May 2016 8,753 miles

Brake locking device missing rear anchor bar (3.2.A1e)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 23 May 2015 5,382 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

left hand switchgear insecure

Fail 20 Jul 2013 5,294 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Rear Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 4 May 2012 4,939 miles
Fail 4 May 2012 4,939 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

How Reliable is the Suzuki GZ125?

Based on 38,208 MOT tests across 3,893 vehicles.

73.9%
Pass Rate
867
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
3,893
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,031
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 953
Drive chain excessively loose 817
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 714
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 654
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R473 FMV is a 1998 Suzuki GZ125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki GZ125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 14,707 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 GZ125 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 1,031 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R473 FMV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GZ125 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Suzuki GZ125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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R473 FMV is a 1998 Suzuki GZ125, first registered on 29 June 1998.

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