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R921 AKL

1997 Suzuki TU250X

Maroon Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jul 2026
Tests24 (15 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

29,599 mi
Last recorded29,599 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TU250X15,362 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR921 AKL
MakeSuzuki
ModelTU250X
Year1997
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

15 pass 9 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2025 29,599 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2024 29,102 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2023 29,058 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2022 29,020 miles

Front Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Jul 2022 29,020 miles

Front Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Stop lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Jul 2020 28,297 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2019 27,172 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2019 27,172 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2018 25,939 miles

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 9 Jul 2018 25,939 miles

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Aug 2017 24,515 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2017 24,515 miles

Central Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 8 Jul 2016 24,260 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 2 Jul 2015 24,193 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2015 24,193 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control creeps under load. (3.1.4a)

Pass 23 Apr 2012 24,186 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 23 Apr 2012 24,186 miles

Front Brake caliper(s) insecure (3.2.A1j)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Fail 23 Mar 2011 23,946 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 23 Mar 2011 23,946 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2010 23,766 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 31 Mar 2010 23,766 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 19 Jan 2008 23,726 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 19 Jan 2008 23,726 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2006 23,613 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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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R921 AKL is a 1997 Suzuki TU250X in Maroon with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 R921 AKL, 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 R921 AKL registered?

R921 AKL is a 1997 Suzuki TU250X, first registered on 26 August 1997.

Is R921 AKL safe to buy?

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