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V231 LVY

1999 Suzuki GZ125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2026
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

17,109 mi
Last recorded17,109 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2025
Typical for 1999 Suzuki GZ12514,400 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV231 LVY
MakeSuzuki
ModelGZ125
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2025 17,109 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 23 Dec 2023 16,932 miles

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

Fail 23 Dec 2023 16,932 miles

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

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jul 2021 16,365 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2021 16,365 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2020 15,182 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 14,879 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2019 148,792 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2018 14,549 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 14,535 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2016 14,535 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Motorcycle structure adversely modified r/rack modified/insecure (6.1.1b)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure worn and split (6.2.1a)

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

Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 6 Jun 2015 14,254 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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V231 LVY is a 1999 Suzuki GZ125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 V231 LVY, 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 V231 LVY registered?

V231 LVY is a 1999 Suzuki GZ125, first registered on 22 September 1999.

Is V231 LVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for V231 LVY shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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