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R547 KRU

1997 Suzuki TU250X

Maroon Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2023
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

24,642 mi
Last recorded24,642 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2022
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TU250X15,362 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR547 KRU
MakeSuzuki
ModelTU250X
Year1997
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2022 24,642 miles

Front No front fender fitted at time of test.

Fail 14 Jan 2022 24,642 miles

Front No front fender fitted at time of test.

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Feb 2021 24,484 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2021 24,484 miles

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Mar 2018 22,273 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2018 22,269 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2017 21,755 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2017 21,755 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 15 Dec 2015 20,005 miles

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

Fail 15 Dec 2015 20,005 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 17 Dec 2014 18,486 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Rear sprocket cush-drive slightly worn

Pass 17 Dec 2013 16,600 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2013 16,600 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 17 Dec 2012 14,803 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 12,396 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 9,795 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 6,882 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 6,879 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 6,845 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 6,766 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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R547 KRU is a 1997 Suzuki TU250X in Maroon with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 R547 KRU, 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 R547 KRU registered?

R547 KRU is a 1997 Suzuki TU250X, first registered on 1 August 1997.

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