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R104 HDL

1998 Suzuki GZ125

Maroon Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2016
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

Typical for 1998 Suzuki GZ12514,707 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR104 HDL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGZ125
Year1998
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2015
Fail 5 Feb 2015 27,699 miles

Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Brake linkage excessively damaged (3.2.A1c) DANGEROUS

Clutch lever positioned so it cannot be readily operated. (6.2.1g) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Footrest missing (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2013
Fail 30 Sep 2013 27,699 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

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

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

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 8 Sep 2012 27,699 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2011 27,699 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jul 2011 27,699 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2010 25,976 miles

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

Brake lever slightly corroded (3.2.A1c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Pass 9 Jul 2010 25,976 miles

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

Brake lever slightly corroded (3.2.A1c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 10 Jul 2009 249,551 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

number plate is detoriated

front mudguard is slightly loose

Fail 8 Jul 2009 24,952 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

number plate is detoriated

front mudguard is slightly loose

Pass 28 May 2008 22,687 miles
Fail 15 May 2008 22,687 miles

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

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 7 Apr 2007 18,265 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GZ125?

Based on 38,208 MOT tests across 3,893 vehicles.

73.9%
Pass Rate
867
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
3,893
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,031
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 953
Drive chain excessively loose 817
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 714
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 654
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R104 HDL is a 1998 Suzuki GZ125 in Maroon with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki GZ125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 14,707 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 GZ125 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 1,031 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R104 HDL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GZ125 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Suzuki GZ125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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R104 HDL is a 1998 Suzuki GZ125, first registered on 12 June 1998.

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