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Y939 HWE

2001 Suzuki DR125

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2014
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

12,380 mi
Last recorded12,380 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2013
Typical for 2001 Suzuki DR12512,342 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY939 HWE
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR125
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2013 12,380 miles

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

front and rear tyre pressures low

Pass 29 Mar 2012 12,062 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 19 Mar 2012 12,062 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d) DANGEROUS

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre valve stem misaligned which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 26 Jan 2011 11,422 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

clutch lever loose and stiff in operaition

front tyrte low tread and flat

rear tyre on 1.0mm, requires replacment

this motorcycle in my opinion is DANGEROUS to drive any further, anfd it is in my opinion that it should be removed from the testing staition by trailor or other means !!!!!!.

Fail 22 Jan 2011 11,422 miles

Rear Brake reaction bracket insecure (3.2.A1j)

Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

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

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

clutch lever loose and stiff in operaition

front tyrte low tread and flat

rear tyre on 1.0mm, requires replacment

this motorcycle in my opinion is DANGEROUS to drive any further, anfd it is in my opinion that it should be removed from the testing staition by trailor or other means !!!!!!.

Pass 15 Dec 2009 94,379 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

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

Fail 24 Nov 2009 94,119 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

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

Nearside Front Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b) DANGEROUS

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

rear swinging arm corroding

rear tyre low tread

Pass 25 Nov 2008 8,238 miles

both rear indicators broken and taped up, but are functional.

handle bars slightly bent

Fail 25 Nov 2008 8,238 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

both rear indicators broken and taped up, but are functional.

handle bars slightly bent

How Reliable is the Suzuki DR125?

Based on 4,473 MOT tests across 640 vehicles.

74.7%
Pass Rate
734
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
640
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Drive chain worn to excess 84
Drive chain sprocket worn to excess 74
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 69
reflector on motorcycle missing 68
wheel bearings have excessive free play 63
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Y939 HWE is a 2001 Suzuki DR125 in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki DR125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 12,342 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 DR125 fails its MOT is drive chain worn to excess, accounting for 84 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y939 HWE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki DR125 typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 25 years old, this Suzuki DR125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was Y939 HWE registered?

Y939 HWE is a 2001 Suzuki DR125, first registered on 31 May 2001.

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