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R527 BDV

1997 Suzuki TU250X

Beige Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2022
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

34,824 mi
Last recorded34,824 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2021
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TU250X15,362 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR527 BDV
MakeSuzuki
ModelTU250X
Year1997
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2021 34,824 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 34,791 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 24 Oct 2019 34,448 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 2 Nov 2018 33,973 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Jul 2015 33,443 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2015 33,443 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 21 Jul 2014 28,920 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 4 Apr 2013 24,751 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Sprocket has slight freeplay

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 17 Mar 2012 21,786 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 19,658 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 17,290 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 14,825 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 11,784 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 9,080 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2006 6,570 miles

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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R527 BDV is a 1997 Suzuki TU250X in Beige with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R527 BDV, 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 R527 BDV registered?

R527 BDV is a 1997 Suzuki TU250X, first registered on 14 October 1997.

Is R527 BDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R527 BDV shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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