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DS55 LWV

2006 Suzuki VL1500

Black Petrol 1462cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

64,407 mi
Last recorded64,407 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Suzuki VL150016,793 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS55 LWV
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL1500
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,462cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 64,407 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Apr 2025 63,875 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2024 63,323 miles
Pass 6 May 2023 62,918 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Mar 2022 61,775 miles

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Oct 2020 60,014 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 17 Oct 2020 60,014 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

How Reliable is the Suzuki VL1500?

Based on 6,671 MOT tests across 548 vehicles.

87.8%
Pass Rate
772
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
548
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 75
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 41
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 37
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 21
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 18
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DS55 LWV is a 2006 Suzuki VL1500 in Black with a 1,462cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2006 Suzuki VL1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.9% with a typical mileage of 16,793 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 VL1500 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 75 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DS55 LWV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki VL1500 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 20 years old, this Suzuki VL1500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DS55 LWV registered?

DS55 LWV is a 2006 Suzuki VL1500, first registered on 31 December 2006.

Is DS55 LWV safe to buy?

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