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R455 EOU

1998 Suzuki TU250X

Silver Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

16,626 mi
Last recorded16,626 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki TU250X13,668 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR455 EOU
MakeSuzuki
ModelTU250X
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 16,626 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2025 15,986 miles
Pass 28 May 2024 15,156 miles
Pass 20 May 2023 14,076 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 18 May 2022 12,905 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2021 11,599 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Jun 2019 11,582 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2019 11,582 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

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

Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Pass 9 Nov 2016 11,177 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2016 11,177 miles

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

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

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

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))

Pass 27 May 2014 3,186 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2013 3,126 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 3,093 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 3,086 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 2,958 miles

exhaust slightly noisy

slight misting around petrol pipe from tank

slight pitting front and rear suspension

Fail 4 Jun 2009 2,941 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 4 Jun 2009 2,941 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 2,122 miles

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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R455 EOU is a 1998 Suzuki TU250X in Silver with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R455 EOU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R455 EOU registered?

R455 EOU is a 1998 Suzuki TU250X, first registered on 23 January 1998.

Is R455 EOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R455 EOU shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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