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H488 OTW

1991 Suzuki Gn

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

38,801 mi
Last recorded38,801 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 1991 Suzuki Gn29,323 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH488 OTW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGn
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc
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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 38,801 miles
Pass 1 May 2025 38,717 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2024 38,564 miles
Pass 11 May 2023 38,554 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2022 38,407 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2021 37,736 miles

Rear suspension has reduce damping effect

Pass 8 Jul 2019 36,505 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Fail 4 Jul 2019 36,495 miles

All direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Suspension arm damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm modified so the suspension is likely to fail other components (5.3.3 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 4 Jul 2018 35,880 miles

All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Registration plate slightly loose (0.1 (a))

Pass 7 Jul 2017 35,273 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Central Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 4 Jul 2016 34,793 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2016 34,779 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 1 Jul 2015 34,189 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 33,389 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 33,388 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 33,348 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 32,340 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2008 32,333 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 16 Jun 2007 31,139 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2007 31,135 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 14 Jun 2006 29,323 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gn?

Based on 1,300 MOT tests across 127 vehicles.

79.5%
Pass Rate
675
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
127
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 24
Drive chain excessively loose 13
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 11
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 11
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 11
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H488 OTW is a 1991 Suzuki Gn in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 1991 Suzuki Gn models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 29,323 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 Gn fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 24 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H488 OTW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gn typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 35 years old, this Suzuki Gn is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H488 OTW registered?

H488 OTW is a 1991 Suzuki Gn, first registered on 23 May 1991.

Is H488 OTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for H488 OTW shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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