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V161 JDW

1999 Suzuki GZ125

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2026
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

21,351 mi
Last recorded21,351 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2025
Typical for 1999 Suzuki GZ12514,400 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV161 JDW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGZ125
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2025 21,351 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 20 Feb 2025 21,351 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Pass 30 Dec 2023 19,920 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2020 19,852 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 19,468 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 19,459 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 7 Apr 2017 19,396 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 19,237 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2015 18,877 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Apr 2015 18,877 miles

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

Fail 29 Mar 2014 18,579 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 29 Mar 2014 18,579 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 18,246 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2013 18,246 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 30 Mar 2012 17,702 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2012 17,702 miles

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

Fail 25 Mar 2011 17,064 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2011 17,064 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 16,319 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 15,593 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 28 Mar 2008 14,596 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 20 Mar 2008 14,596 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.6)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 6 Mar 2007 14,345 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2007 14,345 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2006 12,478 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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V161 JDW is a 1999 Suzuki GZ125 in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

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 V161 JDW, 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 V161 JDW registered?

V161 JDW is a 1999 Suzuki GZ125, first registered on 20 November 1999.

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