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R798 GRL

1997 Suzuki GN125

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2016
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

24,643 mi
Last recorded24,643 miles
Recorded on15 May 2015
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GN12516,358 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR798 GRL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGN125
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 May 2015 24,643 miles

Chain guard missing

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 15 May 2015 24,643 miles

Dipswitch does not deflect the main beam/s, making them into dipped beam/s (1.2.2b(ii))

Front Brake lever mounting insecure (3.1.2a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Upper Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Chain guard missing

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

clutch lever pivotbolt lock nut missing

Pass 14 May 2014 24,408 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 9 May 2014 24,402 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Rear position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2b)

Rear suspension fouling which affects the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 9 May 2013 14,224 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 14,194 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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R798 GRL is a 1997 Suzuki GN125 in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R798 GRL, 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 R798 GRL registered?

R798 GRL is a 1997 Suzuki GN125, first registered on 26 September 1997.

Is R798 GRL safe to buy?

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