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SY57 DCO

2008 Suzuki GZ125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2024
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

28,696 mi
Last recorded28,696 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2023
Typical for 2008 Suzuki GZ12510,287 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY57 DCO
MakeSuzuki
ModelGZ125
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2023 28,696 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2020 28,506 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Fail 7 Oct 2020 28,505 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2019 26,278 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 22,552 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2018 22,552 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam dip beam inop (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Aug 2017 19,737 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2017 19,737 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2016 16,392 miles

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

Fail 29 Jul 2016 16,339 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 22 Aug 2015 12,452 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2015 12,387 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 26 Jul 2014 4,688 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 4,542 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 4,247 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 3,869 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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SY57 DCO is a 2008 Suzuki GZ125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki GZ125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 10,287 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 SY57 DCO, 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 18 years old, this Suzuki GZ125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SY57 DCO registered?

SY57 DCO is a 2008 Suzuki GZ125, first registered on 25 January 2008.

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