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V550 JRL

1999 Suzuki GN125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2026
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

31,153 mi
Last recorded31,153 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 1999 Suzuki GN12517,293 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV550 JRL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGN125
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 31,153 miles

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

Fail 5 Aug 2025 31,153 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 Dec 2022 29,914 miles

Direction indicator slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 22 Oct 2009 29,853 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2008 29,391 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

engine tick over is errattic

footbrake pedal pivot bush slight wear

headlamp beam image and output slightly deminished

Pass 16 Sep 2008 29,391 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

engine tick over is errattic

footbrake pedal pivot bush slight wear

headlamp beam image and output slightly deminished

Fail 26 Aug 2008 29,365 miles

Centre Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

headlamp beam image and output deminshed

rear brake linkage sticking in rear brake drum

rear hub drive buffers slight wear

Pass 17 Aug 2007 28,837 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2007 28,837 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 21 Nov 2005 26,580 miles

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

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

centrestand spring could do with replaceing due to loss of tension

cush drive has slight play advise new cush drive rubbers

rear brake shoes getting low

How Reliable is the Suzuki GN125?

Based on 18,615 MOT tests across 2,116 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
873
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
2,116
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 292
Drive chain excessively loose 278
Drive chain worn to excess 243
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 218
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 217
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V550 JRL is a 1999 Suzuki GN125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1999 Suzuki GN125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 17,293 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 GN125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 292 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V550 JRL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GN125 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 27 years old, this Suzuki GN125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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V550 JRL is a 1999 Suzuki GN125, first registered on 18 October 1999.

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