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GN53 HLA

2003 Suzuki VL125

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2016
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

20,634 mi
Last recorded20,634 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2016
Typical for 2003 Suzuki VL12510,943 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN53 HLA
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Fail 23 Mar 2016 20,634 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

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

Rear Wheel spoke cracked. (4.2.1b)

large amount of play in rear cush drive

rear tyre on limit

Pass 24 Mar 2015 17,303 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Fail 9 May 2013 14,002 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

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

Pass 9 May 2013 14,002 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 11 May 2012 5,524 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 4,774 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 16 Mar 2010 4,774 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 2 Feb 2007 4,215 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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GN53 HLA is a 2003 Suzuki VL125 in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 GN53 HLA, 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 GN53 HLA registered?

GN53 HLA is a 2003 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 12 September 2003.

Is GN53 HLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN53 HLA shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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