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FA52 ZDL

2003 Suzuki VL1500

Black Petrol 1462cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,954 mi
Last recorded23,954 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki VL150012,619 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA52 ZDL
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL1500
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,462cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 8 Apr 2026 23,954 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 5 Apr 2025 19,963 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2023 17,352 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2022 13,585 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 12,614 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 12,580 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 12,514 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 12,485 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 12,346 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 12,222 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 11,274 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 10,669 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 8,817 miles

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

front tyre cracking on walls

Pass 7 Oct 2010 7,024 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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FA52 ZDL is a 2003 Suzuki VL1500 in Black with a 1,462cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FA52 ZDL, 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 FA52 ZDL registered?

FA52 ZDL is a 2003 Suzuki VL1500, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is FA52 ZDL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA52 ZDL shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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