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GK52 SPZ

2002 Suzuki VL125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2026
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

25,277 mi
Last recorded25,277 miles
Recorded on1 May 2025
Typical for 2002 Suzuki VL12513,152 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK52 SPZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 1 May 2025 25,277 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2022 24,059 miles
Pass 25 May 2021 22,785 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2020 22,100 miles
Fail 19 May 2020 22,098 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Dec 2018 21,376 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2018 21,376 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2017 17,191 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 17,160 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 21 Sep 2016 17,160 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 1 Oct 2015 16,836 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 4 Sep 2015 16,836 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

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

Fuel cap does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.2b) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (3.2.B3a) DANGEROUS

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 8 May 2014 16,660 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 27 Mar 2014 16,660 miles

Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

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

Fuel cap does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.2b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 18 Feb 2013 16,636 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 15,915 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2012 15,915 miles

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

Front Motorcycle structure adversely modified (6.1.1b)

Pass 28 Feb 2011 13,740 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2011 13,740 miles

Front Motorcycle structure excessively damaged (6.1.1a)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 20 Feb 2010 6,189 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 6,179 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 4,913 miles

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

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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GK52 SPZ is a 2002 Suzuki VL125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 GK52 SPZ, 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 GK52 SPZ registered?

GK52 SPZ is a 2002 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 2 September 2002.

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