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VU03 XDC

2003 Suzuki GZ125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2017
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

34,059 mi
Last recorded34,059 miles
Recorded on26 May 2016
Typical for 2003 Suzuki GZ12511,017 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU03 XDC
MakeSuzuki
ModelGZ125
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 May 2016 34,059 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 9 Jun 2015 34,059 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 7 May 2014 30,624 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2013 29,096 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2012 29,092 miles

Brake component has been modified. (3.1.5)

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

Motorcycle structure has been slightly modified (6.1.1b)

Motorcycle structure slightly insecure (6.1.1c)

Rear suspension removed

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Rear top frame mounts are short

Fail 25 Feb 2012 29,092 miles

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Brake component has been modified. (3.1.5)

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

Motorcycle structure has been slightly modified (6.1.1b)

Motorcycle structure slightly insecure (6.1.1c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 25 Feb 2012 29,092 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Brake component has been modified. (3.1.5)

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

Motorcycle structure has been slightly modified (6.1.1b)

Motorcycle structure slightly insecure (6.1.1c)

Fail 23 Feb 2012 29,092 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of the horn (1.2.2c)

Headlamp incorrect colour (1.2.1)

Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of the horn (1.2.2c)

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Rear Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Rear Motorcycle structure adversely modified (6.1.1b)

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

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Clutch lever housing broken

Rear toque arm spilt pin missing

Pass 17 May 2011 23,726 miles
Fail 13 May 2011 23,690 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2008 22,094 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 16,381 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 31 Aug 2007 16,381 miles

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

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 31 Jul 2006 14,533 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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VU03 XDC is a 2003 Suzuki GZ125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2003 Suzuki GZ125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 11,017 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 VU03 XDC, 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 23 years old, this Suzuki GZ125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VU03 XDC registered?

VU03 XDC is a 2003 Suzuki GZ125, first registered on 10 April 2003.

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