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S86 KLJ

1998 Suzuki GS125ES

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2020
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

42,300 mi
Last recorded42,300 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2019
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GS125ES18,470 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS86 KLJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS125ES
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2019 42,300 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2019 42,300 miles

Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Pass 24 Jul 2018 40,637 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2017 38,094 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 35,638 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2015 34,155 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 27 Jul 2015 34,155 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2014 31,217 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 29 Jul 2013 25,153 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2013 25,153 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2012 19,177 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 3 Jul 2012 19,177 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 27 Jul 2011 51,214 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2011 51,214 miles

Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.2.B3a) DANGEROUS

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

Fail 25 Oct 2010 51,207 miles

Centre Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

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

Front Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4) DANGEROUS

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

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

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

engine oil over full

Pass 26 Oct 2009 41,063 miles

Chain guard lightly rubbing (6.2.1c)

engine has oil leak

engine oil over full

Fail 26 Oct 2009 41,036 miles

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

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

Chain guard lightly rubbing (6.2.1c)

engine has oil leak

engine oil over full

Pass 15 Oct 2008 34,556 miles

cush drive has excessive play

Fail 13 Oct 2008 34,556 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

cush drive has excessive play

How Reliable is the Suzuki GS125ES?

Based on 4,085 MOT tests across 566 vehicles.

73.0%
Pass Rate
924
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
566
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 118
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 94
Drive chain excessively loose 70
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 59
Drive chain worn to excess 55
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S86 KLJ is a 1998 Suzuki GS125ES in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki GS125ES models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 18,470 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 GS125ES fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 118 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S86 KLJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GS125ES typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 28 years old, this Suzuki GS125ES is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was S86 KLJ registered?

S86 KLJ is a 1998 Suzuki GS125ES, first registered on 12 October 1998.

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