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HF03 EVW

2003 Suzuki VL125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2023
Tests17 (9 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate52.9%

Mileage

30,695 mi
Last recorded30,695 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2022
Typical for 2003 Suzuki VL12510,943 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF03 EVW
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 8 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2022 30,695 miles

Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

unable to test indicators due to none fitted and no switch

Fail 1 Apr 2022 30,693 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

unable to test indicators due to none fitted and no switch

Fail 7 Nov 2016 30,502 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.4.A.2c)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

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

Pass 5 Mar 2015 25,009 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 2 Mar 2015 25,009 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Brake pedal cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear Brake pedal is inoperative (3.1.3c)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 8 Mar 2014 21,795 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 8 Mar 2014 21,795 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 10 Sep 2012 17,855 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 10 Sep 2012 17,855 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 170,016 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2010 16,941 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 16,471 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2008 16,471 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 9 Oct 2007 13,868 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2007 13,868 miles

Front Brake component is excessively corroded (3.1.5)

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

Rear Brake component is excessively corroded (3.1.5)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 5 Oct 2006 9,721 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2006 9,720 miles

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

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

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

both tyres very close to limit

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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HF03 EVW is a 2003 Suzuki VL125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.9%.

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 HF03 EVW, 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 HF03 EVW registered?

HF03 EVW is a 2003 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 4 April 2003.

Is HF03 EVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF03 EVW shows 17 tests with a 52.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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