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H18 DNO

2008 Suzuki VL1500

Black Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

26,381 mi
Last recorded26,381 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Suzuki VL150017,127 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH18 DNO
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL1500
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2026 26,381 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2026 26,381 miles

Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition fit baffles for m .o.t (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 Aug 2024 26,055 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 10 Aug 2024 26,055 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition fit baffles to pass m.o.t (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Jun 2023 25,859 miles

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 17 Jun 2023 25,846 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Jun 2021 22,915 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 12 Jun 2021 22,903 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Jun 2020 18,387 miles

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

How Reliable is the Suzuki VL1500?

Based on 6,671 MOT tests across 548 vehicles.

87.8%
Pass Rate
772
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
548
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 75
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 41
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 37
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 21
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 18
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H18 DNO is a 2008 Suzuki VL1500 in Black with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki VL1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 17,127 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 VL1500 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 75 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H18 DNO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki VL1500 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 18 years old, this Suzuki VL1500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H18 DNO registered?

H18 DNO is a 2008 Suzuki VL1500, first registered on 21 April 2008.

Is H18 DNO safe to buy?

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