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E916 VFJ

1988 Suzuki GN250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

46,674 mi
Last recorded46,674 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2011
Typical for 1988 Suzuki GN25024,656 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE916 VFJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGN250
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc
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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2011 46,674 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

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

Pass 1 Feb 2010 41,255 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2010 41,220 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 8 Jan 2009 36,904 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 339,981 miles

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

Fail 11 Jan 2008 33,884 miles

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 16 Jan 2007 31,932 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2006 31,785 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GN250?

Based on 8,545 MOT tests across 956 vehicles.

81.8%
Pass Rate
396
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
956
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 145
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 74
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 71
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 70
Drive chain excessively loose 57
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E916 VFJ is a 1988 Suzuki GN250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1988 Suzuki GN250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 24,656 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 GN250 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 145 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E916 VFJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GN250 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 38 years old, this Suzuki GN250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E916 VFJ registered?

E916 VFJ is a 1988 Suzuki GN250, first registered on 1 June 1988.

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