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CU03 NLT

2003 Suzuki VL125

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

18,872 mi
Last recorded18,872 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki VL12510,943 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU03 NLT
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 18,872 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 30 Apr 2026 18,866 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 23 Jul 2024 18,705 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 May 2022 18,556 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 22 May 2020 18,230 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Apr 2018 17,899 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Jul 2016 16,826 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 14,411 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 29 May 2014 12,319 miles

pinchbolt missing

Pass 30 May 2009 11,371 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2009 11,371 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

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

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 7 Mar 2008 8,472 miles

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Fail 4 Mar 2008 8,472 miles

Offside Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2007 4,111 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2007 4,089 miles

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

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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CU03 NLT is a 2003 Suzuki VL125 in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 CU03 NLT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CU03 NLT registered?

CU03 NLT is a 2003 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 20 August 2003.

Is CU03 NLT safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU03 NLT shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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