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FE52 BYC

2002 Suzuki VL125

Grey Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

38,026 mi
Last recorded38,026 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 Suzuki VL12513,152 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE52 BYC
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 38,026 miles

Front Chain guard missing

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 2 Jul 2026 38,026 miles

Front Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Front Chain guard missing

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Oct 2024 35,311 miles
Pass 27 May 2023 32,257 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 27 May 2023 32,257 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 17 Jan 2022 33,931 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2020 33,880 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 1 Aug 2020 33,880 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Aug 2019 33,247 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 31 Aug 2017 32,085 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 31,958 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 28,130 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 27,772 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 23,849 miles
Fail 11 May 2007 11,231 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 11 May 2007 11,231 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 10,882 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2006 10,882 miles

Rear Brake pedal is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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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FE52 BYC is a 2002 Suzuki VL125 in Grey with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2002 Suzuki VL125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 13,152 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 FE52 BYC, 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 24 years old, this Suzuki VL125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FE52 BYC registered?

FE52 BYC is a 2002 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is FE52 BYC safe to buy?

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