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SW55 ELV

2005 Suzuki GZ125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2022
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

18,129 mi
Last recorded18,129 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2021
Typical for 2005 Suzuki GZ12510,703 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW55 ELV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGZ125
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2021 18,129 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 25 Oct 2021 18,129 miles

Offside Rear Engine mounting/bracket missing (6.1.8 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 5 Aug 2021 18,096 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Registration plate inscription illegible damaged and delaminating (0.1 (b))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Mudguard insecure ()

Nearside Front Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

rear brake torsion bar has no splitpin

Pass 5 Aug 2020 16,416 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2020 16,416 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Indicator switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2015 13,825 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Apr 2015 13,816 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Nearside Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2014 11,338 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 2 Oct 2009 11,100 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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SW55 ELV is a 2005 Suzuki GZ125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki GZ125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 10,703 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 SW55 ELV, 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 21 years old, this Suzuki GZ125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SW55 ELV registered?

SW55 ELV is a 2005 Suzuki GZ125, first registered on 20 December 2005.

Is SW55 ELV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW55 ELV shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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