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R925 VFJ

1998 Suzuki GS125

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2013
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

40,331 mi
Last recorded40,331 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2012
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GS12516,594 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR925 VFJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS125
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2012 40,331 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 25 Jun 2012 40,331 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

incorrect tyre pressures

Pass 27 Jun 2011 39,032 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 23 May 2011 39,014 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear suspension component excessively corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 7 Jun 2010 37,502 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 25 May 2010 37,501 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 26 May 2009 36,106 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 29 May 2007 35,944 miles
Fail 29 May 2007 35,944 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Fail 19 May 2007 35,883 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by trapped cables (2.1.2c)

Pass 27 May 2006 32,675 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GS125?

Based on 5,438 MOT tests across 847 vehicles.

72.0%
Pass Rate
805
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
847
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 160
Footrest missing 131
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 94
Drive chain excessively loose 84
Drive chain worn to excess 79
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R925 VFJ is a 1998 Suzuki GS125 in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki GS125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 16,594 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 GS125 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 160 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R925 VFJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GS125 typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 28 years old, this Suzuki GS125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R925 VFJ registered?

R925 VFJ is a 1998 Suzuki GS125, first registered on 23 April 1998.

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