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FM02 NDJ

2002 Suzuki VL125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

12,869 mi
Last recorded12,869 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 Suzuki VL12513,152 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM02 NDJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 12,869 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 28 Sep 2024 12,635 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Fail 28 Sep 2024 12,635 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 15 Aug 2023 12,213 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 15 Aug 2023 12,213 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake component inadequately mounted (1.1.21 (c))

Pass 10 Sep 2022 12,021 miles
Pass 13 May 2021 12,004 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Jun 2019 11,809 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 22 Jun 2019 11,804 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 May 2018 11,432 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 11,058 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 10,804 miles
Fail 7 May 2016 10,804 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 28 Apr 2015 9,319 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 5,410 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 5,406 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 5,403 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 5,316 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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FM02 NDJ is a 2002 Suzuki VL125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 FM02 NDJ, 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 FM02 NDJ registered?

FM02 NDJ is a 2002 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 18 July 2002.

Is FM02 NDJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM02 NDJ shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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