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FY02 KFO

2002 Suzuki VL125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2025
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

30,276 mi
Last recorded30,276 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2024
Typical for 2002 Suzuki VL12513,152 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY02 KFO
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2024 30,276 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 29,939 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 27 Jan 2022 29,631 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2021 12,951 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2019 28,805 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 27,599 miles

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2017 26,437 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 24,784 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 22,896 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2015 22,878 miles

Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 13 Jun 2014 21,404 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2013 20,532 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2013 20,531 miles

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Fail 15 Jun 2013 20,471 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 17 May 2012 17,473 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 11 Jun 2011 16,112 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 15,382 miles

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

Fail 14 Jun 2010 15,382 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Pass 19 May 2009 14,876 miles
Fail 13 May 2009 14,876 miles

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

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 21 May 2008 12,799 miles
Fail 19 May 2008 12,799 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 8 Nov 2006 9,668 miles

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

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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FY02 KFO is a 2002 Suzuki VL125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 FY02 KFO, 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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FY02 KFO is a 2002 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 13 March 2002.

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