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DK51 JMO

2001 Suzuki VL125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2022
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

30,774 mi
Last recorded30,774 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2021
Typical for 2001 Suzuki VL12512,762 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK51 JMO
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2021 30,774 miles

Central Front Handlebars out of alignment

Central Fuel cap seal showing signs of cracking

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

Fail 7 Oct 2021 30,755 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected Sticking (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Front Handlebars out of alignment

Central Fuel cap seal showing signs of cracking

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

Pass 8 Oct 2020 24,778 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened stanchion pitted (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened stanchion pitted (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 25 Oct 2018 23,767 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2017 22,389 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 22,379 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 22,357 miles
Fail 5 May 2011 22,357 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Wheel spoke excessively bent (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 11 May 2010 16,088 miles
Fail 11 May 2010 16,088 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 28 May 2009 14,173 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2008 12,757 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2008 9,608 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 25 Aug 2007 9,520 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2007 9,518 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 8 Sep 2006 7,999 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

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DK51 JMO is a 2001 Suzuki VL125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki VL125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 12,762 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 DK51 JMO, 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 25 years old, this Suzuki VL125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DK51 JMO registered?

DK51 JMO is a 2001 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 15 November 2001.

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