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S237 JRU

1998 Suzuki AN250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2021
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

Typical for 1998 Suzuki AN25015,362 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS237 JRU
MakeSuzuki
ModelAN250
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc
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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2020

motorcycle frame modified.

Fail 27 Jun 2020 21,904 miles

Handlebar retaining device loose (2.2.1 (b) (i))

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Position lamp missing (4.2.1 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Throttle operating incorrectly sticking on lock. (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

motorcycle frame modified.

Pass 4 Apr 2018 19,661 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 19,403 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 19,034 miles
Fail 13 May 2013 19,034 miles

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

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

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

Pass 23 May 2012 18,457 miles

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

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

Parking brake not working

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Fail 23 May 2012 18,457 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

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

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

Parking brake not working

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 13 Jun 2011 16,167 miles

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

hand brake inop

Pass 9 Jun 2010 13,795 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2010 13,795 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 2 Jun 2009 11,082 miles
Fail 26 May 2009 11,061 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 16 May 2008 8,483 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 19 Jul 2007 8,202 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 7,604 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki AN250?

Based on 3,937 MOT tests across 421 vehicles.

87.4%
Pass Rate
557
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
421
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 78
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 51
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 27
wheel bearings are excessively rough 24
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 20
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S237 JRU is a 1998 Suzuki AN250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki AN250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% 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 AN250 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 78 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S237 JRU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki AN250 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Suzuki AN250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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S237 JRU is a 1998 Suzuki AN250, first registered on 18 August 1998.

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