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R343 PDM

1998 Suzuki GZ125

Maroon Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2019
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

36,395 mi
Last recorded36,395 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2018
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GZ12514,707 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR343 PDM
MakeSuzuki
ModelGZ125
Year1998
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2018 36,395 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2018 36,395 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2016 35,646 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 35,640 miles

Chain guard missing

Drive Chain Slightly Corroded

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Handlebars Slightly Deformed

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 20 Aug 2014 35,640 miles

Front suspension assembly component excessively bent (2.3.1)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 30 Jul 2013 35,152 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2013 35,152 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Pass 5 Apr 2013 34,935 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2012 33,276 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 31,070 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

gear linkage worn

handlebars slightly bent

excessive play in rear sprocket bearing

Fail 4 May 2011 31,070 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Front Brake lever is damaged and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

gear linkage worn

handlebars slightly bent

excessive play in rear sprocket bearing

Fail 5 May 2010 28,586 miles

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

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

Pass 5 May 2010 28,586 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2009 25,816 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 12 Jun 2008 25,495 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 23,883 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 23,083 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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R343 PDM is a 1998 Suzuki GZ125 in Maroon with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 R343 PDM, 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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R343 PDM is a 1998 Suzuki GZ125, first registered on 1 July 1998.

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