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R249 ALH

1998 Suzuki TU250X

Silver Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

26,002 mi
Last recorded26,002 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki TU250X13,668 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR249 ALH
MakeSuzuki
ModelTU250X
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 26,002 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2021 25,665 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively Sprocket carrier slight free play! (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Feb 2020 25,013 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2018 24,712 miles

Front Headlight shell small split!

Fail 19 May 2014 24,411 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 19 May 2014 24,411 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 23,968 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 23,392 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 22,775 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

headlamp shell cracked

rear tyre side wall cracked

both brake banjo washers fitted on same side of brake line but not leaking fluid

Fail 20 May 2011 22,775 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

headlamp shell cracked

rear tyre side wall cracked

both brake banjo washers fitted on same side of brake line but not leaking fluid

Pass 25 May 2010 22,264 miles

Cracking on rear tyre sidewall

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front suspension assembly slightly misaligned (2.3.1)

Headlamp brackets bent

Rear cush drive worn

Fail 25 May 2010 22,264 miles

Front Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Nearside Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Cracking on rear tyre sidewall

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front suspension assembly slightly misaligned (2.3.1)

Headlamp brackets bent

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Rear cush drive worn

Pass 7 May 2009 21,429 miles
Fail 7 May 2009 21,429 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 16 Oct 2007 21,329 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2007 21,329 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Front An item not tested (Manual)

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

Fuel cap does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.2b)

Rear Brake pedal is damaged and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 28 Oct 2006 21,317 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear Brake back plate(s) insecure (3.2.A1j)

Rear Brake pedal is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

one throttle cable incorrectly routed

How Reliable is the Suzuki TU250X?

Based on 3,740 MOT tests across 334 vehicles.

85.3%
Pass Rate
363
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
334
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 32
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 26
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 25
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 21
reflector on motorcycle missing 19
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R249 ALH is a 1998 Suzuki TU250X in Silver with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki TU250X models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 13,668 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 TU250X fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R249 ALH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki TU250X typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Suzuki TU250X is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R249 ALH registered?

R249 ALH is a 1998 Suzuki TU250X, first registered on 29 July 1998.

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