2002 Suzuki GS125 0.1L Petrol · WJ51 BPF

The Suzuki GS125 passed its most recent MOT on 13 April 2026 at 29,264 miles, having failed four days earlier on 9 April 2026 at 29,258 miles. The maintenance trend is worsening. The April 2026 failure exposed a cluster of faults: insecure headlamp, headlamp aim too low, insecure speedo and clock assembly, incorrectly fitted drive chain horseshoe locking device, plus a bent front brake lever and worn rear brake pedal pivot. The owner corrected these within days to secure the pass, but the same brake lever and pedal faults recurred as advisories on the pass, showing unresolved wear. Recorded mileage shows the machine stood largely unused for years. The April 2023 test at 15,787 miles and April 2024 at 15,800 miles confirm roughly 13 miles of annual use across that period. A jump to 29,031 miles by April 2025 suggests around 13,200 miles were added in a single year, then only 233 miles to April 2026. At 24 years old with 29,264 total miles, the low average of 1,219 miles per year points to long storage spells, which typically allow corrosion and perished rubber to develop unseen. A buyer should physically inspect the front brake lever and rear brake pedal pivot flagged in both the 2025 pass and 2026 tests; the slight side movement at the pedal bearing indicates worn pivots needing replacement. The April 2026 failure's insecure headlamp and speedo assembly imply poor mounting integrity, so check for cracked brackets or vibration damage. The incorrectly fitted drive chain locking device is a serious safety defect; examine the chain, sprockets, and tensioner for wear from the high-mileage 2024 to 2025 spell. Front foot rests showed damage at the 2025 test, so verify they are secure and not cracked. Given the storage history, scrutinise frame and exhaust for corrosion and check tyres for age-related hardening. The recurring brake control faults and sudden mileage surge suggest the prior keeper deferred basic upkeep before disposal.