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VGM 45S

1978 Suzuki GT250

Red Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2020
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

8,103 mi
Last recorded8,103 miles
Recorded on31 May 2019
Typical for 1978 Suzuki GT25018,879 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVGM 45S
MakeSuzuki
ModelGT250
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 May 2019 8,103 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 7,705 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 7,381 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2011 7,381 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 24 Feb 2009 7,006 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GT250?

Based on 3,081 MOT tests across 777 vehicles.

86.9%
Pass Rate
134
Miles/Year
53
Year Lifespan
777
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 18
Direction indicators not working 15
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 13
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 13
Horn not working 13
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VGM 45S is a 1978 Suzuki GT250 in Red with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1978 Suzuki GT250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 18,879 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 GT250 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 18 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VGM 45S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GT250 typically stays on UK roads for around 53 years. At 48 years old, this Suzuki GT250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VGM 45S?

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What year was VGM 45S registered?

VGM 45S is a 1978 Suzuki GT250, first registered on 26 June 1978.

Is VGM 45S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VGM 45S shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VGM 45S have outstanding finance?

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