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H873 YTV

1991 Suzuki GN250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

35,752 mi
Last recorded35,752 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 1991 Suzuki GN25021,605 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH873 YTV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGN250
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 35,752 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2026 35,729 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 9 Jul 2024 35,504 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2023 35,411 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2021 35,208 miles

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

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

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced NSR foot rest mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 23 Feb 2021 35,201 miles

Stop lamp not working on rear brake (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar Both (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced NSR foot rest mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2020 35,044 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2020 35,044 miles

Nearside Front Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Mar 2019 34,741 miles

Central Stand Excessively Coroded

Centre Stand Excessively Corroded

Fail 15 Feb 2019 34,735 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Swing Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Centre Stand Excessively corroded

Pass 23 Feb 2018 34,417 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 33,774 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 4 Feb 2016 32,390 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 12 Feb 2015 31,137 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2015 31,123 miles

Front Wheel spoke cracked. (4.2.1b)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 1 Feb 2014 29,940 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2013 29,088 miles

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

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3C2d.)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fail 11 Jan 2013 29,082 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3C2d.)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 18 Jan 2012 28,636 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2011 28,312 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 23 Oct 2009 28,031 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 27,622 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 26,408 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 24,697 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2006 24,652 miles

Rear Wheel spoke missing (4.2.1b)

Pass 7 Oct 2005 23,138 miles

Front Upper Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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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H873 YTV is a 1991 Suzuki GN250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

Across all 1991 Suzuki GN250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 21,605 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 H873 YTV, 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 35 years old, this Suzuki GN250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was H873 YTV registered?

H873 YTV is a 1991 Suzuki GN250, first registered on 12 June 1991.

Is H873 YTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for H873 YTV shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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