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R61 ORF

1998 Suzuki TU250X

Maroon Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2022
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

37,671 mi
Last recorded37,671 miles
Recorded on20 May 2021
Typical for 1998 Suzuki TU250X13,668 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR61 ORF
MakeSuzuki
ModelTU250X
Year1998
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 May 2021 37,671 miles
Pass 22 May 2020 36,615 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 35,620 miles

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

Drive chain sprocket slightly loose play in cush drive rubbers (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 25 May 2018 34,841 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly loose play in cushdrive rubbers (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 17 May 2017 34,144 miles

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

play in cush drive rubber

Pass 6 May 2016 32,663 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

split link is slightly worn

Pass 1 May 2015 31,027 miles
Fail 1 May 2015 31,027 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

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

Pass 10 May 2014 28,454 miles

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

Fail 10 May 2014 28,454 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 11 May 2013 25,797 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 23,572 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 21,791 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 19,810 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 17,587 miles

Rear tyre contaminated with oil.

Fail 20 May 2008 14,815 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 20 May 2008 14,815 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2007 12,475 miles
Fail 29 May 2007 12,475 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 30 May 2006 11,035 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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R61 ORF is a 1998 Suzuki TU250X in Maroon with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R61 ORF, 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 R61 ORF registered?

R61 ORF is a 1998 Suzuki TU250X, first registered on 1 April 1998.

Is R61 ORF safe to buy?

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