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Y494 GMB

2001 Suzuki GZ125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

23,639 mi
Last recorded23,639 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2025
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GZ12513,203 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY494 GMB
MakeSuzuki
ModelGZ125
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2025 23,639 miles

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

Motorcycle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced swinging arm (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 10 Feb 2025 23,639 miles

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

Handlebar excessively deformed (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Motorcycle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced swinging arm (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Jan 2024 18,684 miles

Nearside Rear Motorcycle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced swingarm damaged (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Jan 2024 18,684 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working intermittent (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls rear brake switch cable failed (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Motorcycle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced swingarm damaged (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2017 18,550 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2017 18,550 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.2b)

Pass 11 Nov 2015 18,470 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Fail 11 Nov 2015 18,470 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

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

Pass 7 Oct 2014 18,169 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 8 Oct 2013 17,593 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 17,016 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2011 14,461 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2010 13,073 miles

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

PLATE ON L/H SWINGING ARM POSSIBLE DAMAGE UNDER PLATE

Pass 5 Mar 2009 10,081 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear suspension component slightly bent (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 12 Feb 2008 7,544 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

Play in rear cush drive assembly

Pass 29 Jan 2007 2,700 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2006 1,914 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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Y494 GMB is a 2001 Suzuki GZ125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki GZ125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 13,203 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 Y494 GMB, 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 25 years old, this Suzuki GZ125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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Y494 GMB is a 2001 Suzuki GZ125, first registered on 17 April 2001.

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