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T396 RJL

1999 Suzuki GZ125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

15,215 mi
Last recorded15,215 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 1999 Suzuki GZ12514,400 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT396 RJL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGZ125
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 15,215 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 4 Nov 2025 15,215 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Oct 2024 14,372 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 17 Jul 2023 12,439 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2021 12,072 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2021 12,072 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Aug 2020 12,046 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 13 Jul 2019 12,012 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Motorcycle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2018 11,568 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

exhaust noisy

Pass 2 Mar 2013 20,980 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2013 20,980 miles

Rear Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 16 Sep 2011 17,587 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2011 17,280 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2009 1,721 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 13,840 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 12,949 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 12,049 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
Full Suzuki GZ125 reliability report

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T396 RJL is a 1999 Suzuki GZ125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 1999 Suzuki GZ125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 14,400 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 T396 RJL, 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 27 years old, this Suzuki GZ125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was T396 RJL registered?

T396 RJL is a 1999 Suzuki GZ125, first registered on 19 May 1999.

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