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Y229 OEF

2001 Suzuki AN250

Blue Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

25,708 mi
Last recorded25,708 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2025
Typical for 2001 Suzuki AN25011,495 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY229 OEF
MakeSuzuki
ModelAN250
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2025 25,708 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2019 25,601 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 25,125 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 24,689 miles

Windscreen appears to be excessively tinted Blacked out. ()

Pass 24 May 2016 24,170 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 23,377 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 23,125 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2014 23,125 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2013 22,864 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2012 22,570 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2012 22,570 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 22,110 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2010 21,797 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 16,029 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 9,269 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 5,636 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki AN250?

Based on 3,937 MOT tests across 421 vehicles.

87.4%
Pass Rate
557
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
421
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 78
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 51
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 27
wheel bearings are excessively rough 24
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 20
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Y229 OEF is a 2001 Suzuki AN250 in Blue with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki AN250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.1% with a typical mileage of 11,495 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 AN250 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 78 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y229 OEF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki AN250 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 25 years old, this Suzuki AN250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was Y229 OEF registered?

Y229 OEF is a 2001 Suzuki AN250, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is Y229 OEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y229 OEF shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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