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R908 FDE

1997 Suzuki GN250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

16,106 mi
Last recorded16,106 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GN25017,250 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR908 FDE
MakeSuzuki
ModelGN250
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 16,106 miles
Pass 7 May 2025 15,165 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2024 13,465 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2023 11,674 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2022 10,081 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2022 10,081 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 13 May 2019 9,632 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 9,259 miles
Fail 10 May 2018 9,259 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 18 Feb 2017 8,801 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 8,171 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 8,073 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 7,920 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 7,907 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 7,898 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 7,817 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 7,713 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 7,701 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GN250?

Based on 8,545 MOT tests across 956 vehicles.

81.8%
Pass Rate
396
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
956
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 145
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 74
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 71
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 70
Drive chain excessively loose 57
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R908 FDE is a 1997 Suzuki GN250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki GN250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 17,250 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki GN250 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 145 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R908 FDE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GN250 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki GN250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R908 FDE registered?

R908 FDE is a 1997 Suzuki GN250, first registered on 25 October 1997.

Is R908 FDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R908 FDE shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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