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HF53 GWX

2003 Suzuki VL125

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

8,195 mi
Last recorded8,195 miles
Recorded on19 May 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki VL12510,943 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF53 GWX
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 May 2025 8,195 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 May 2024 8,138 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

ignition switch faulty sometimes affecting the lighting system.

Pass 25 Apr 2023 8,011 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 Apr 2022 7,766 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2022 7,748 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))

Pass 22 Apr 2021 7,646 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2021 7,645 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Drive chain excessively tight, so that it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (k) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Apr 2020 7,100 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 2 Apr 2020 7,100 miles

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

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake pedal not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected (1.1.2 (b) (ii))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Mar 2019 5,109 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Forks slightly corroded (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear tyre perished on sidewalls

Pass 5 Mar 2018 5,064 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. Stancions (2.3.1)

Front tyre perished

Pass 6 Feb 2017 4,643 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. Stancions (2.3.1)

Pass 8 Feb 2016 3,400 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 2,246 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 921 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 910 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 848 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 799 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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HF53 GWX is a 2003 Suzuki VL125 in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 HF53 GWX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HF53 GWX registered?

HF53 GWX is a 2003 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 28 September 2003.

Is HF53 GWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF53 GWX shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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