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R810 BDV

1997 Suzuki TU250X

Silver Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

9,359 mi
Last recorded9,359 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TU250X15,362 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR810 BDV
MakeSuzuki
ModelTU250X
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc
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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2025 9,359 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2024 9,212 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit SLIGHTLY PERISHED (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Apr 2023 9,087 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2022 8,460 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 7,226 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2020 7,226 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Jul 2019 5,262 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 3,829 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 3,808 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 3,789 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 3,778 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2015 3,778 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.1a)

Pass 6 Sep 2013 3,746 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 3,690 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2011 3,658 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 26 Jul 2011 3,658 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 3,609 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2010 3,609 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 24 Jul 2009 3,475 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 3,344 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 3,115 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 3,007 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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R810 BDV is a 1997 Suzuki TU250X in Silver with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 R810 BDV, 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 R810 BDV registered?

R810 BDV is a 1997 Suzuki TU250X, first registered on 6 December 1997.

Is R810 BDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R810 BDV shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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