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HF05 FNC

2005 Suzuki VL1500

Black Petrol 1462cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jan 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

36,406 mi
Last recorded36,406 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Suzuki VL150021,909 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF05 FNC
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL1500
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,462cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2026 36,406 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2025 36,384 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2024 33,448 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2023 31,204 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2023 31,201 miles

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 31 Mar 2022 30,660 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2021 30,669 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 30 Mar 2021 30,660 miles

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Mar 2020 30,660 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Mar 2019 30,660 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2018 29,347 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2018 29,347 miles

Front position lamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.3c)

Pass 6 May 2016 27,828 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 May 2015 25,622 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 21,825 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 18,115 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 16,834 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 15 Apr 2011 16,097 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2011 16,097 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2010 15,107 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 14,581 miles

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

Fail 27 Mar 2008 13,762 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 27 Mar 2008 13,762 miles

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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HF05 FNC is a 2005 Suzuki VL1500 in Black with a 1,462cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki VL1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.6% with a typical mileage of 21,909 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 HF05 FNC, 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 21 years old, this Suzuki VL1500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HF05 FNC?

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What year was HF05 FNC registered?

HF05 FNC is a 2005 Suzuki VL1500, first registered on 6 April 2005.

Is HF05 FNC safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF05 FNC shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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