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S235 JLM

1998 Suzuki TU250X

Silver Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2011
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

20,341 mi
Last recorded20,341 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2010
Typical for 1998 Suzuki TU250X13,668 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS235 JLM
MakeSuzuki
ModelTU250X
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2010 20,341 miles

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

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 14 Sep 2009 18,471 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2009 18,437 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

No plate starting to brake down

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

gear change lever loose

handlebars slightly twisted

head light mounting brackets bent making head light face offside of road.

rear mudguard split on offside

Pass 20 Sep 2008 16,926 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 15,403 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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S235 JLM is a 1998 Suzuki TU250X in Silver with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 S235 JLM, 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 S235 JLM registered?

S235 JLM is a 1998 Suzuki TU250X, first registered on 19 August 1998.

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