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J761 OWK

1991 Suzuki GN250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

27,193 mi
Last recorded27,193 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 1991 Suzuki GN25021,605 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ761 OWK
MakeSuzuki
ModelGN250
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 27,193 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2026 27,193 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2024 26,854 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2023 26,669 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2022 26,227 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 25,804 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2020 25,407 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 24,715 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

slight corrosion various places on bike frame

Pass 24 May 2018 24,075 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 23,983 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Gear Lever Appears Slightly Loose On Splines

Nearside Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Wheel Cush Drive Rubbers Have Free Play

Swing Arm Bushes Are Giving Very Slight Sidewards Movement

Pass 2 Jul 2014 23,867 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Nearside Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Fail 28 Jun 2014 23,863 miles

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Plate brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.B1b)

Nail in rear tyre

Nearside Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Pass 9 May 2013 23,765 miles
Fail 7 May 2013 23,765 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Offside Rear Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Pass 9 May 2012 22,079 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2009 22,075 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2009 22,070 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Pass 8 May 2008 21,913 miles

front tyre has cracking all over

Pass 30 Apr 2007 21,764 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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J761 OWK is a 1991 Suzuki GN250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 J761 OWK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J761 OWK registered?

J761 OWK is a 1991 Suzuki GN250, first registered on 1 August 1991.

Is J761 OWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for J761 OWK shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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