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R72 NWN

1997 Suzuki GN125

Green Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2026
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

56,453 mi
Last recorded56,453 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GN12516,358 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR72 NWN
MakeSuzuki
ModelGN125
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2025 56,453 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2022 56,362 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 56,303 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 56,261 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement swing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

engine wont rev up to pull forward

Fail 6 Jun 2018 56,260 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel front brake lever (1.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pedal is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced wheel spindle securing nut (6.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement swing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

engine wont rev up to pull forward

Pass 3 Sep 2016 53,335 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2015 53,020 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 52,714 miles

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

Fail 17 Sep 2013 52,714 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Front Brake pedal attachment screws loose (3.1.2b)

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

Pass 20 Apr 2012 52,181 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 19 Apr 2012 52,181 miles

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 18 Mar 2011 50,765 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 18 Mar 2011 50,765 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 49,886 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 45,712 miles
Fail 23 May 2008 45,708 miles

Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 17 May 2006 43,896 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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R72 NWN is a 1997 Suzuki GN125 in Green with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R72 NWN, 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 R72 NWN registered?

R72 NWN is a 1997 Suzuki GN125, first registered on 11 September 1997.

Is R72 NWN safe to buy?

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