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R717 ATU

1997 Suzuki TU250X

Maroon Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

20,897 mi
Last recorded20,897 miles
Recorded on21 May 2021
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TU250X15,362 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR717 ATU
MakeSuzuki
ModelTU250X
Year1997
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 May 2021 20,897 miles
Fail 14 May 2021 20,897 miles

Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake clevis joint insecure Rear torque arm has wrong bolt and no split pin fitted. (1.1.15 (c))

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

Pass 26 May 2020 20,803 miles

slight weep from fork seals

Pass 27 Dec 2018 20,419 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 20,274 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 1 Jun 2017 20,274 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 24 Sep 2015 20,179 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2015 20,179 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2014 19,632 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 19,072 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 15,565 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2010 12,085 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 11,955 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 11,805 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 11,704 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 10,498 miles

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

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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R717 ATU is a 1997 Suzuki TU250X in Maroon with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 R717 ATU, 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 R717 ATU registered?

R717 ATU is a 1997 Suzuki TU250X, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R717 ATU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R717 ATU shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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