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EA08 HDD

2008 Suzuki VL125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

13,900 mi
Last recorded13,900 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki VL12510,081 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA08 HDD
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 13,900 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2025 13,878 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 20 Jun 2024 13,162 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2024 13,162 miles

Front Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2023 10,909 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 10,845 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 10,530 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 9,889 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 8,995 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Aug 2017 7,568 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 7,629 miles

front fork dust seals deteriorated

no rear seat fitted at time of test

Fail 12 Aug 2016 7,629 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

front fork dust seals deteriorated

no rear seat fitted at time of test

Pass 20 Aug 2015 7,168 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 7,162 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 7,162 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 7,162 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 6,392 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 4,856 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
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EA08 HDD is a 2008 Suzuki VL125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki VL125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 10,081 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 EA08 HDD, 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 18 years old, this Suzuki VL125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EA08 HDD registered?

EA08 HDD is a 2008 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 4 April 2008.

Is EA08 HDD safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA08 HDD shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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