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FJ03 JCU

2003 Suzuki VL125

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2010
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

8,801 mi
Last recorded8,801 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2011
Typical for 2003 Suzuki VL12510,943 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ03 JCU
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Fail 24 Jun 2011 8,801 miles

Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear tyre low on pressure.

Pass 1 Sep 2009 7,832 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

o/s/f indecator loose

Fail 26 Aug 2009 7,832 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

o/s/f indecator loose

Pass 30 Sep 2008 5,185 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 2,697 miles

some wear in chain and rear sprocket

Fail 20 Sep 2007 2,697 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

some wear in chain and rear sprocket

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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FJ03 JCU is a 2003 Suzuki VL125 in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2003 Suzuki VL125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 10,943 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 FJ03 JCU, 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 23 years old, this Suzuki VL125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FJ03 JCU registered?

FJ03 JCU is a 2003 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 6 March 2003.

Is FJ03 JCU safe to buy?

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