Should I check the MOT history before buying a 1993 Suzuki Rgv250?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 1993 Suzuki Rgv250?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 1993 Suzuki Rgv250?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 1993 Suzuki Rgv250 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 174 vehicles, the 1993 Suzuki Rgv250 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 85.1%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 1993 Suzuki Rgv250?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 1993 Suzuki Rgv250 are: Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (21.6% of vehicles), Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (19.2% of vehicles), Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (13.7% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 1993 Suzuki Rgv250?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Suzuki Rgv250 (1993)

174 real MOT outcomes analysed • 85.1% first-time pass rate

1993 Suzuki Rgv250

CarHunch analysed 174 real MOT records for the 1993 Suzuki Rgv250. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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We have limited data for the 1993 Suzuki Rgv250 — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ About 1 in 12 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

85.1%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

9.8%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.89

Over 6 tests on record

Moderate

Typical mileage

16k

Middle half: 12k–20k

For context

These stats describe 174 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 174 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Lighting 21.6%

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing · Drive chain slightly loose · Headlamp aim too low · …

Usually cheap to fix. Worth confirming all lights work before collecting.

Tyre wear 19.2%

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Brake wear 6.7%

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn · Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored · Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake · …

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Other issues 5.2%

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive · Horn not working

Suspension & steering 4.2%

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough · Steering headbearing has slight free play

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 1993.

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Before you buy a 1993 Suzuki Rgv250

Based on MOT data from 174 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 9.8% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (99%)	172	84.9%	0.9

Mileage Distribution

Most 1993 Suzuki Rgv250 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

16,272

typical

11,637

low mileage

20,377

high mileage

Half of all 1993 Suzuki Rgv250 vehicles fall between 11,637 and 20,377 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 11,637 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 11,637–20,377 miles — normal for age. This is where most 1993 Suzuki Rgv250s sit.

⚠ Over 27,508 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

1993 Suzuki Rgv250 — Still on the Road

Most 1993 Suzuki Rgv250s are still being driven.

Strong survival — 39 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 85% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.89

Avg failures per vehicle

Avg advisories per vehicle

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