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YL08 UGU

2008 Suzuki GZ125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

19,043 mi
Last recorded19,043 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki GZ12510,287 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL08 UGU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGZ125
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2025 19,043 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 8 Feb 2025 19,043 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Engine mounting/bracket missing engine mount bolt missing (6.1.8 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2024 15,799 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2023 11,681 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 10,780 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2021 10,676 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2020 9,692 miles

Central Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2019 9,336 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2018 9,280 miles

Nearside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 13 Aug 2016 9,005 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 15 Aug 2015 8,642 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 15 Aug 2015 8,640 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 16 Aug 2014 8,529 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 10 Aug 2013 8,021 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 7,836 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 5 Aug 2011 7,306 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 3 Aug 2011 7,306 miles

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

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

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

rear brake cable not returning fully

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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YL08 UGU is a 2008 Suzuki GZ125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki GZ125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 10,287 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 YL08 UGU, 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 18 years old, this Suzuki GZ125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was YL08 UGU registered?

YL08 UGU is a 2008 Suzuki GZ125, first registered on 4 August 2008.

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