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N578 HBP

1996 Suzuki GS125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2018
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

35,796 mi
Last recorded35,796 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2017
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GS12523,176 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN578 HBP
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS125
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2017 35,796 miles

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

exhaust slightly loose.

gear lever loose.

Fail 26 Sep 2017 35,796 miles

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

Front Brake lever attachment screws loose (3.1.2b)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Footrest missing both (6.2.1a)

exhaust slightly loose.

gear lever loose.

Pass 21 Sep 2016 33,840 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 17 Oct 2015 33,484 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2015 33,484 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 21 Mar 2014 33,446 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2014 33,446 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Pass 26 Oct 2012 28,226 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2011 28,024 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2010 27,377 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

surface rust on swinging arm

Pass 2 Nov 2010 27,377 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

surface rust on swinging arm

Pass 1 Jul 2009 26,632 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2009 26,632 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Jun 2008 25,498 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2008 25,498 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 14 Jan 2008 24,956 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2006 24,560 miles

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

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 8 Dec 2006 24,560 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2005 22,852 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2005 32,852 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

How Reliable is the Suzuki GS125?

Based on 5,438 MOT tests across 847 vehicles.

72.0%
Pass Rate
805
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
847
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 160
Footrest missing 131
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 94
Drive chain excessively loose 84
Drive chain worn to excess 79
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N578 HBP is a 1996 Suzuki GS125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1996 Suzuki GS125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 23,176 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 GS125 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 160 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N578 HBP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GS125 typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 30 years old, this Suzuki GS125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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N578 HBP is a 1996 Suzuki GS125, first registered on 25 April 1996.

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