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R493 LDY

1997 Suzuki GN125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

20,914 mi
Last recorded20,914 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GN12516,358 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR493 LDY
MakeSuzuki
ModelGN125
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 20,914 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2025 20,039 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2022 17,077 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2021 14,184 miles

Front slight perrishig on sidewall of front tyre

Pass 9 Nov 2018 11,303 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2017 5,983 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 4,098 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2016 4,098 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 4 Oct 2012 3,480 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 3,424 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 21 Sep 2010 2,956 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2010 2,956 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 21 Sep 2009 1,734 miles

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Pass 21 Sep 2009 1,734 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 28 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2008 28 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Pass 23 Apr 2007 13,921 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 12,369 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GN125?

Based on 18,615 MOT tests across 2,116 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
873
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
2,116
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 292
Drive chain excessively loose 278
Drive chain worn to excess 243
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 218
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 217
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R493 LDY is a 1997 Suzuki GN125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki GN125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 16,358 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki GN125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 292 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R493 LDY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GN125 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki GN125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R493 LDY registered?

R493 LDY is a 1997 Suzuki GN125, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R493 LDY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R493 LDY shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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