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AV02 MHY

2002 Suzuki VL125

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2024
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

18,056 mi
Last recorded18,056 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2023
Typical for 2002 Suzuki VL12513,152 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV02 MHY
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2023 18,056 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 10 Jun 2022 17,638 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Apr 2021 16,900 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Mar 2020 16,801 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Feb 2019 16,296 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2019 16,296 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2018 14,891 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 20 Jan 2018 14,891 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 26 Jan 2017 12,892 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2017 12,892 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 3 Jun 2011 11,338 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 16 Apr 2010 6,985 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 22 Apr 2009 6,673 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2009 6,660 miles

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

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 25 Jun 2007 3,946 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2007 3,946 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

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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AV02 MHY is a 2002 Suzuki VL125 in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AV02 MHY, 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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What year was AV02 MHY registered?

AV02 MHY is a 2002 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 9 April 2002.

Is AV02 MHY safe to buy?

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