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R780 EDW

1997 Suzuki GN125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2025
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

17,516 mi
Last recorded17,516 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2024
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GN12516,358 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR780 EDW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGN125
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2024 17,516 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy slightly notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2023 15,530 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 13,648 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 14 Jun 2022 13,648 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

high beam tell tail on all the time

Pass 14 Mar 2015 13,646 miles

Single seat only.

Fail 7 Mar 2015 13,646 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Single seat only.

Pass 13 Dec 2006 10,213 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2006 10,213 miles

Front Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

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

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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R780 EDW is a 1997 Suzuki GN125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 R780 EDW, 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 R780 EDW registered?

R780 EDW is a 1997 Suzuki GN125, first registered on 29 December 1997.

Is R780 EDW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R780 EDW shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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