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CN53 BWJ

2003 Suzuki VL125

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

13,668 mi
Last recorded13,668 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2011
Typical for 2003 Suzuki VL12510,943 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCN53 BWJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2011 13,668 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 11 Oct 2011 13,668 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

One rear shock preeload set on maximum the outher set on minimum.

Fail 7 Sep 2010 12,182 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 7 Sep 2010 12,182 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 11,181 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 11,166 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 19 Oct 2007 10,977 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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CN53 BWJ is a 2003 Suzuki VL125 in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2003 Suzuki VL125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 10,943 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 CN53 BWJ, 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 23 years old, this Suzuki VL125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was CN53 BWJ registered?

CN53 BWJ is a 2003 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 27 September 2003.

Is CN53 BWJ safe to buy?

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