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CN53 NFJ

2003 Suzuki VL125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests28 (17 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate60.7%

Mileage

26,535 mi
Last recorded26,535 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki VL12510,943 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCN53 NFJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

17 pass 11 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 26,535 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2024 23,067 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2023 23,060 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2022 22,935 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 Oct 2021 22,920 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 22,765 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2019 22,765 miles

Fuel tank insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2018 21,439 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil WILL NEED NEW FORK SEALS SOON (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 20 Jun 2018 21,439 miles

Front Stop lamp not working SWITCH FAILED (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil WILL NEED NEW FORK SEALS SOON (5.3.2 (b))

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii))

Pass 14 Jun 2017 21,187 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 7 Jun 2016 20,699 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2015 20,513 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2015 20,513 miles

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

Fail 24 Apr 2014 20,314 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fuel cap mounting flange/sealing method defective (7.2.2c)

Pass 24 Apr 2014 20,314 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 26 Mar 2013 19,460 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 26 Mar 2013 19,460 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Fail 21 Mar 2012 16,966 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Rear reflector on sidecar missing (1.4.1)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Mar 2012 16,966 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 6 Mar 2012 16,966 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

front brake feels sticky when wheel rotated by hand

Fail 4 Feb 2012 16,166 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)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Fail 11 Nov 2011 16,966 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)

Fuel cap mounting flange/sealing method defective (7.2.2c) DANGEROUS

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 14 Aug 2010 14,621 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 12 Aug 2010 14,613 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Jun 2009 13,021 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 10,195 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 9,060 miles
Fail 19 May 2007 9,060 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

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

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

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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 NFJ is a 2003 Suzuki VL125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60.7%.

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 NFJ, 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 NFJ registered?

CN53 NFJ is a 2003 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 24 October 2003.

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