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R862 BDT

1998 Suzuki GZ125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2022
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

16,320 mi
Last recorded16,320 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2021
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GZ12514,707 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR862 BDT
MakeSuzuki
ModelGZ125
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2021 16,320 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 16,302 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2018 16,283 miles

front tyre perished

Fail 3 Feb 2018 16,283 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.6)

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

Nearside Position lamp switch insecure (1.1.4b)

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

front tyre perished

Pass 26 Jul 2016 16,209 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 16,115 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2014 16,114 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 15 Aug 2013 15,836 miles

squeeky rear brake

Pass 20 Aug 2012

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

clutch is very stiff

Pass 11 Aug 2011 14,875 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 16,665 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2009 16,205 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 20 Feb 2009 16,205 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2008 14,707 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2008 14,707 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Pass 20 Jun 2006 11,356 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2006 11,317 miles

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

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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R862 BDT is a 1998 Suzuki GZ125 in Black 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 R862 BDT, 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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What year was R862 BDT registered?

R862 BDT is a 1998 Suzuki GZ125, first registered on 10 July 1998.

Is R862 BDT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R862 BDT shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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