Suzuki Gn250 (1993)
1993 Suzuki Gn250
CarHunch analysed 118 real MOT records for the 1993 Suzuki Gn250. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 1993 Suzuki GN250 falls slightly below the UK average with a 77.2% first-time pass rate, suggesting these bikes are showing their age after 30 years. One in six have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, which is worth taking seriously when inspecting any example.
At a median 20,268 miles these machines have typically been moderately used, yet they're still racking up an average of 1.8 failures and 6.1 advisories per test—pointing to cumulative wear in electrics, fuel systems, and braking components. Before buying, run a full pre-purchase inspection focusing on the ignition system, carburettor condition, and brake fluid integrity, as these aging bikes need active maintenance to stay safe.
What to check before buying a 1993 Suzuki Gn250
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (99%) | 117 | 77% | 1.81 |
| Other (1%) | 1 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 1993 Suzuki Gn250 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 1993 Suzuki Gn250 vehicles fall between 14,058 and 29,934 miles.
1993 Suzuki Gn250 — Still on the Road
26 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 63% of the peak remain.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 1993 Suzuki Gn250
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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24.8%
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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24.5%
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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24.1%
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive
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20.4%
Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive
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18.9%
Drive chain slightly loose
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16.1%
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey
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13.6%
Exhaust noisy
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13%
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 1993. Counts include advisories and failures.
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