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R873 NPY

1997 Suzuki GN125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

21 mi
Last recorded21 miles
Recorded on30 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GN12516,358 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR873 NPY
MakeSuzuki
ModelGN125
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 May 2025 21 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2024
Pass 30 Mar 2015 25,545 miles

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

Fail 27 Mar 2015 25,545 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 31 Mar 2014 23,429 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 2 Mar 2013 21,061 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 21,043 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 44,858 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2007 44,855 miles

Rear Rear suspension has corrosion which reduces the strength of a load bearing member or its supporting structure. (2.4.A.2d)

Fail 12 Jun 2006 44,758 miles

Offside Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1j)

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 12 Jun 2006 44,758 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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R873 NPY is a 1997 Suzuki GN125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 R873 NPY, 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 R873 NPY registered?

R873 NPY is a 1997 Suzuki GN125, first registered on 28 November 1997.

Is R873 NPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R873 NPY shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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