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V52 DTY

1999 Suzuki GZ125

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2026
Tests26 (16 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

29,998 mi
Last recorded29,998 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2025
Typical for 1999 Suzuki GZ12514,400 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV52 DTY
MakeSuzuki
ModelGZ125
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

16 pass 10 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2025 29,998 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Fail 3 Feb 2025 29,998 miles

All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Pass 26 Jan 2024 26,678 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Fork yoke deformed but serviceable (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 26 Jan 2024 26,678 miles

Offside Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Fork yoke deformed but serviceable (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 24 May 2023 24,287 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit On limit of 1mm. (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 24 May 2023 24,287 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit On limit of 1mm. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 May 2021 23,952 miles

Rear tyre cracked

Fail 10 May 2021 23,952 miles

Rear tyre cracked

Rear Brake lining(s) missing (1.1.13 (c))

Rear Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii))

Fail 23 Apr 2021 23,952 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Front tyre contaminated with oil

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear tyre cracked

Pass 11 Apr 2020 22,806 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Apr 2020 22,806 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2019 22,091 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2019 22,091 miles

Rear Brake clevis joint insecure (1.1.15 (c))

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

Pass 25 Jan 2018 21,815 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 1 Feb 2017 20,480 miles

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

Pass 21 Jan 2016 19,390 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 31 Jan 2015 18,488 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2014 17,547 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2014 17,516 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 5 Feb 2013 15,573 miles

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

Fail 2 Feb 2013 15,558 miles

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2009 10,563 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 9,911 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2008 9,911 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 26 Apr 2007 8,617 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 7,712 miles

front tyre side walls surface cracking but no cords visible

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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V52 DTY is a 1999 Suzuki GZ125 in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 V52 DTY, 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 V52 DTY registered?

V52 DTY is a 1999 Suzuki GZ125, first registered on 30 October 1999.

Is V52 DTY safe to buy?

The MOT history for V52 DTY shows 26 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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