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DX03 BVC

2003 Suzuki VL1500

White Petrol 1462cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

18,431 mi
Last recorded18,431 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki VL150012,619 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX03 BVC
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL1500
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,462cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 18,431 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Jul 2024 17,684 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2023 17,167 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Jul 2022 16,443 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 16,005 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 15,174 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 15,095 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 12,289 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 9 Mar 2018 12,289 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Feb 2017 10,107 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2016 7,147 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 6,999 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 6,315 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Oct 2011 5,105 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 2,953 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 2,890 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 2,856 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 2,777 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 2,593 miles

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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DX03 BVC is a 2003 Suzuki VL1500 in White with a 1,462cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 2003 Suzuki VL1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 12,619 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 DX03 BVC, 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 23 years old, this Suzuki VL1500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DX03 BVC registered?

DX03 BVC is a 2003 Suzuki VL1500, first registered on 14 March 2003.

Is DX03 BVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX03 BVC shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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