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R446 HJO

1998 Suzuki GZ125

Maroon Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2023
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

36,517 mi
Last recorded36,517 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2022
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GZ12514,707 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR446 HJO
MakeSuzuki
ModelGZ125
Year1998
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2022 36,517 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front tyre starting to perish

Rear Motorcycle structure is modified but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Rear Position lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.2.3 (a) (i))

baffle cover fitted in exhaust

headlamp lens cover fitted, beam pattern correct at time of test

Fail 11 Jul 2022 36,510 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front tyre starting to perish

rear of motorcycle modified to single seat

Pass 9 Apr 2019 36,021 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Gear lever excessive play

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

Engine revs inconsistent to throttle response

Fail 8 Apr 2019 36,021 miles

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Gear lever excessive play

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

Engine revs inconsistent to throttle response

Pass 13 Apr 2017 35,985 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

fuel pipe is crimped at tap

play in cushdrive rubbers

Fail 13 Apr 2017 35,985 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system silencer (7.1.1.c)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

fuel pipe is crimped at tap

play in cushdrive rubbers

Pass 14 Sep 2013 35,984 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2012 35,968 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2012 35,968 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Oct 2010 35,597 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 35,084 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2009 35,084 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

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

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Fail 7 Feb 2008 32,541 miles

Perished carb inlet rubber

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

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

Gear change pedal pivot and linkage worn

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

Loose offside chain adjuster

Offside Rear Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear brake performance not very good only just past

Pass 7 Feb 2008 32,541 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

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

Gear change pedal pivot and linkage worn

Loose offside chain adjuster

Offside Rear Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Perished carb inlet rubber

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Rear brake performance not very good only just past

Pass 1 Feb 2007 30,748 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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R446 HJO is a 1998 Suzuki GZ125 in Maroon with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 R446 HJO, 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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R446 HJO is a 1998 Suzuki GZ125, first registered on 21 July 1998.

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