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Y974 OVL

2001 Suzuki GZ125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2020
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

18,787 mi
Last recorded18,787 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2019
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GZ12513,203 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY974 OVL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGZ125
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2019 18,787 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2019 18,788 miles

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 May 2018 18,382 miles

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

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

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

Fail 19 May 2018 18,281 miles

Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

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

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

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

Pass 2 Mar 2017 14,948 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2017 14,948 miles

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2015 13,458 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 15 Aug 2015 13,458 miles

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

Direction indicators not working rear near side (1.5.1c)

Drive chain slightly loose slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 17 Jul 2014 10,317 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 9,382 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2006 7,354 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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Y974 OVL is a 2001 Suzuki GZ125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 Y974 OVL, 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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What year was Y974 OVL registered?

Y974 OVL is a 2001 Suzuki GZ125, first registered on 6 August 2001.

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