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GN03 YZE

2003 Suzuki VL125

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2023
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

16,801 mi
Last recorded16,801 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2024
Typical for 2003 Suzuki VL12510,943 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN03 YZE
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Fail 12 Sep 2024 16,801 miles

Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Stop lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2022 15,032 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 30 Sep 2022 15,032 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 Oct 2020 13,761 miles

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

Front Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 22 Oct 2020 13,761 miles

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

Front Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Pass 5 Oct 2015 49,465 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 28 May 2014 47,670 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 28 May 2014 47,670 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 44,054 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Fail 12 May 2012 37,692 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 12 May 2012 37,692 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 13 May 2011 31,713 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 29 May 2010 28,600 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 25,008 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 20 May 2008 20,218 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 15,479 miles

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

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

Fail 12 May 2007 15,479 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 May 2006 10,213 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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GN03 YZE is a 2003 Suzuki VL125 in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 GN03 YZE, 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 GN03 YZE registered?

GN03 YZE is a 2003 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 16 May 2003.

Is GN03 YZE safe to buy?

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