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S170 BFA

1998 Suzuki GZ125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2021
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

19,546 mi
Last recorded19,546 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2020
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GZ12514,707 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS170 BFA
MakeSuzuki
ModelGZ125
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2020 19,546 miles

Front front wheel spokes some corrosion

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

Offside Front brake lever no ballend

Rear rear shock springs have light corrosion

Rear rear wheel spokes have some corrosion

chassis has some light corrosion

Fail 5 Dec 2020 19,546 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front front wheel spokes some corrosion

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

Offside Front brake lever no ballend

Rear rear shock springs have light corrosion

Rear rear wheel spokes have some corrosion

chassis has some light corrosion

Pass 9 May 2016 19,543 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2015 18,946 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Sep 2013 17,552 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 15,320 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2009 15,258 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 15,220 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2008 15,220 miles

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

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
Full Suzuki GZ125 reliability report

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S170 BFA is a 1998 Suzuki GZ125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 S170 BFA, 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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What year was S170 BFA registered?

S170 BFA is a 1998 Suzuki GZ125, first registered on 1 August 1998.

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