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HF54 LFA

2005 Suzuki VL1500

Black Petrol 1462cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

50,677 mi
Last recorded50,677 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Suzuki VL150021,909 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF54 LFA
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL1500
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,462cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2026 50,677 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2025 49,200 miles

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

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Aug 2024 47,756 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2023 45,976 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Sep 2022 44,235 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Sep 2021 42,397 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 4 Sep 2021 42,397 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2020 40,967 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2019 39,445 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Jun 2018 38,796 miles

Rear Slight movement in rear disc

Pass 6 Jun 2017 38,335 miles
Fail 23 May 2017 38,334 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 26 Sep 2015 37,968 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2014 37,062 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 32,192 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 30,477 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2011 30,477 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2010 23,140 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 15,177 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 11,624 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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HF54 LFA is a 2005 Suzuki VL1500 in Black with a 1,462cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 HF54 LFA, 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

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What year was HF54 LFA registered?

HF54 LFA is a 2005 Suzuki VL1500, first registered on 27 January 2005.

Is HF54 LFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF54 LFA shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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