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S72 SCJ

1998 Suzuki GZ125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

24,272 mi
Last recorded24,272 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2015
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GZ12514,707 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS72 SCJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGZ125
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2015 24,272 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

rear wheel cush rubbers worn.

Pass 18 Sep 2014 23,469 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2014 23,469 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Roller brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (3.3.A2b)

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 30 Aug 2013 22,625 miles

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

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

Fail 22 Aug 2013 22,625 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2012 22,257 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2012 20,665 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 21 Jan 2012 20,651 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 11 Dec 2010 18,599 miles

front brake pads worn low

front brake slight bind

rear brake travel close to max

Pass 17 Dec 2009 15,747 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2009 15,747 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

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

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

Pass 2 Feb 2008 14,915 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2007 14,874 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2006 14,504 miles

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
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S72 SCJ is a 1998 Suzuki GZ125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 S72 SCJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S72 SCJ registered?

S72 SCJ is a 1998 Suzuki GZ125, first registered on 7 November 1998.

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