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R552 JNL

1997 Suzuki TU250X

Maroon Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2013
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

16,243 mi
Last recorded16,243 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2012
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TU250X15,362 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR552 JNL
MakeSuzuki
ModelTU250X
Year1997
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Fail 31 Oct 2012 16,243 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 31 Oct 2012 16,243 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 15,621 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2011 15,621 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2010 15,522 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 24 Aug 2009 15,362 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2009 15,362 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 15,246 miles

wear front tyre

wear rear cush drive

Pass 19 Apr 2006 13,162 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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R552 JNL is a 1997 Suzuki TU250X in Maroon with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R552 JNL, 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 R552 JNL registered?

R552 JNL is a 1997 Suzuki TU250X, first registered on 27 September 1997.

Is R552 JNL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R552 JNL shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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