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GN04 ZXL

2004 Suzuki VL125

Green Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2017
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

22,929 mi
Last recorded22,929 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2018
Typical for 2004 Suzuki VL12511,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN04 ZXL
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Fail 10 Jul 2018 22,929 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Front Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Front Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Front Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.4 (a))

Rear Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced shock mountings (6.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 21 Oct 2017 22,913 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride split link damaged and plate in wrong direction (6.2.1h) DANGEROUS

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Chain guard missing ()

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front no front mudguard fitted

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

no rear mudguard fitted

handlebar switch loose on throttle side

Pass 20 Sep 2016 20,035 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 18,606 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 18,446 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 30 May 2012 18,336 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 17,181 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2011 17,151 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Fail 23 Aug 2011 17,065 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

REAR BRAKE LEAVER HAS EXCESSIVE TRAVEL

Pass 28 Aug 2010 12,228 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 4 Nov 2009 10,543 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 9,446 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 8,565 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 13 Oct 2007 8,564 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1j)

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Registration plate not displaying a BSAU 145d marking (6.3.3b)

Rear Registration plate not displaying the name of the supplying outlet (6.3.3a)

Rear Registration plate not displaying the postcode of the supplying outlet (6.3.3a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(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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GN04 ZXL is a 2004 Suzuki VL125 in Green with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2004 Suzuki VL125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 11,472 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 GN04 ZXL, 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 22 years old, this Suzuki VL125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GN04 ZXL registered?

GN04 ZXL is a 2004 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 24 June 2004.

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