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S172 RHB

1998 Suzuki GZ125

Maroon Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2017
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

18,901 mi
Last recorded18,901 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2016
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GZ12514,707 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS172 RHB
MakeSuzuki
ModelGZ125
Year1998
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2016 18,901 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2014 18,225 miles

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

Nearside Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

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

front brake slightly binding .

rear brake squeals when applied .

Fail 7 Nov 2014 18,225 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Nearside Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

front brake slightly binding .

rear brake squeals when applied .

Pass 4 Nov 2013 17,678 miles

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

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

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

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

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

clutch lever slightly bent.

Fail 4 Nov 2013 17,678 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

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

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

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

clutch lever slightly bent.

Pass 9 Nov 2012 16,856 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2012 16,828 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2011 15,551 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2011 15,551 miles

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 22 Jun 2011 15,548 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2008 8,989 miles

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2008 8,989 miles

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 4 Jun 2007 6,291 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2007 6,291 miles

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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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S172 RHB is a 1998 Suzuki GZ125 in Maroon with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 S172 RHB, 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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S172 RHB is a 1998 Suzuki GZ125, first registered on 3 August 1998.

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