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T717 HFJ

1999 Suzuki TU250X

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

31,144 mi
Last recorded31,144 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 1999 Suzuki TU250X14,384 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT717 HFJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelTU250X
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 31,144 miles

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 24 Jun 2026 31,144 miles

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 31 Jul 2024 30,418 miles

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit On the limit at time of test. (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Slight cracking in sidewalls of rear tyre.

Pass 20 May 2022 29,864 miles
Pass 10 May 2021 29,218 miles

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Slight cracking in sidewalls of rear tyre.

Pass 27 Jun 2019 28,663 miles

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

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 13 Jun 2017 28,485 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2017 28,473 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 24 May 2016 27,593 miles
Fail 17 May 2016 27,593 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2015 27,445 miles

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

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Pass 12 May 2014 27,246 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front brake binding slightly

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

Pass 14 May 2013 27,016 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

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

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 25 May 2012 26,443 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 3 May 2011 25,547 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2010 24,515 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 23,515 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2008 21,852 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 20,110 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 18,357 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

How Reliable is the Suzuki TU250X?

Based on 3,740 MOT tests across 334 vehicles.

85.3%
Pass Rate
363
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
334
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 32
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 26
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 25
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 21
reflector on motorcycle missing 19
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T717 HFJ is a 1999 Suzuki TU250X in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1999 Suzuki TU250X models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 14,384 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 TU250X fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying T717 HFJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki TU250X typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 27 years old, this Suzuki TU250X is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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T717 HFJ is a 1999 Suzuki TU250X, first registered on 2 June 1999.

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