CarVerify

Free Car Check

CA02 BKL

2002 Suzuki VL125

Black Petrol 124cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

16,493 mi
Last recorded16,493 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Suzuki VL12513,152 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA02 BKL
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2026 16,493 miles

Clutch cable sheath damaged close to lever

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Switchgear loose on handlebar

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tread depth at legal limit of 1mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 21 Mar 2026 16,491 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Front Position lamp not working Sidelight bulb inoperative (4.2.1 (a))

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions Rotation direction incorrect (5.2.3 (i))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Clutch cable sheath damaged close to lever

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Nearside Switchgear loose on handlebar

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tread depth at legal limit of 1mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Jun 2018 13,317 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 21 Jun 2018 13,302 miles

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

Front Brake master cylinder defective but brake still operating Sticky pivot on lever (1.1.10 (b) (i))

Front Tyre is unsuitable fitted in wrong direction (5.2.3 (a))

Rear Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned separation distance incorrect (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2017 11,880 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 18 Feb 2017 11,880 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 28 Jan 2016 10,642 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Feb 2015 10,445 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 18 Feb 2014 9,935 miles
Fail 21 May 2012 7,896 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 21 May 2012 7,896 miles
Fail 20 May 2012 7,868 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2010 5,912 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 4,824 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2008 3,605 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 10 May 2007 3,019 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
Full Suzuki VL125 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

CA02 BKL is a 2002 Suzuki VL125 in Black 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 CA02 BKL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CA02 BKL?

You can check the full history of CA02 BKL by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was CA02 BKL registered?

CA02 BKL is a 2002 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 9 August 2002.

Is CA02 BKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA02 BKL shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CA02 BKL have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on CA02 BKL. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.