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R878 LHU

1998 Suzuki GZ125

Maroon Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

21,011 mi
Last recorded21,011 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2009
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GZ12514,707 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR878 LHU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGZ125
Year1998
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Fail 15 Jun 2009 21,011 miles

Brake linkage has abnormal movement due to maladjustment (3.2.A1i)

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Brake linkage clevis joint slightly worn (3.2.A1d)

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

front and rear tyres slightly flat, recommend tyre pressures checked.

front tyre just on legal limit reommend replacing.

Pass 14 Jun 2008 14,387 miles

Nearside Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 14 Jul 2006 12,923 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2005 12,153 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GZ125?

Based on 38,208 MOT tests across 3,893 vehicles.

73.9%
Pass Rate
867
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
3,893
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,031
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 953
Drive chain excessively loose 817
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 714
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 654
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R878 LHU is a 1998 Suzuki GZ125 in Maroon with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki GZ125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 14,707 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki GZ125 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 1,031 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R878 LHU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GZ125 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Suzuki GZ125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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R878 LHU is a 1998 Suzuki GZ125, first registered on 4 July 1998.

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