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AF02 VLP

2002 Suzuki VL125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

19,124 mi
Last recorded19,124 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2022
Typical for 2002 Suzuki VL12513,152 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF02 VLP
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2022 19,124 miles
Fail 31 May 2022 19,124 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Cracks in sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Jul 2020 18,742 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and has cracks in sidewall (5.2.3 (e))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

throttle returning but slow

Fail 30 Jun 2020 18,736 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Drive chain horseshoe locking device likely to become detached (6.1.7 (j) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Handlebar so insecure it is likely to become detached (2.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Indicator switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and has cracks in sidewall (5.2.3 (e))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

throttle returning but slow

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Fail 13 Mar 2020 18,691 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

rear tyre perished

Pass 8 Mar 2019 15,384 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Sep 2016 15,346 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 15,336 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 15,272 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 15,206 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 14,650 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2009 11,695 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 10,595 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 20 Aug 2007 8,807 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 6,638 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki VL125?

Based on 18,629 MOT tests across 1,764 vehicles.

77.7%
Pass Rate
767
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
1,764
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Drive chain excessively loose 350
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 333
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 310
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 288
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 261
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AF02 VLP is a 2002 Suzuki VL125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2002 Suzuki VL125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 13,152 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki VL125 fails its MOT is drive chain excessively loose, accounting for 350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AF02 VLP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki VL125 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 24 years old, this Suzuki VL125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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AF02 VLP is a 2002 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 15 March 2002.

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