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HW54 BVZ

2005 Suzuki VL125

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

13,417 mi
Last recorded13,417 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Suzuki VL12512,477 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW54 BVZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 13,417 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

Pass 26 Jun 2025 13,403 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2024 13,339 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 29 Jun 2023 13,311 miles

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute both (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 28 Sep 2021 13,297 miles

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute both (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 3 Sep 2020 13,270 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases slight leak from manifold (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 3 Sep 2020 13,270 miles

Front Position lamp switch does not illuminate all position lamps with a single operation replaced bulb (4.2.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases slight leak from manifold (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Footrest missing replaced footrests (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 17 Aug 2019 13,175 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Clutch operation very stiff

Pass 18 Aug 2018 13,108 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

clutch very stiff

Fail 18 Aug 2018 13,108 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

clutch very stiff

Pass 13 Jul 2017

THIS VEHICLE ONLY TO BE USED DURING DAYLIGHT HOURS AND NOT TO BE USED AT ANY TIMES OF REDUCED VISIBILITY

Fail 3 Jun 2017 12,895 miles

Brake pedal is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Brake back plate(s) securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1j)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 30 Jul 2016 11,124 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2016 11,142 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 27 Aug 2014 10,469 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 22 Jul 2014 10,469 miles

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 25 Jul 2013 10,185 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Would advize front brake service

Pass 7 Mar 2012 9,187 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 7,629 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2010 7,615 miles

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

Rear Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Tyre has a lump caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

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
Full Suzuki VL125 reliability report

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HW54 BVZ is a 2005 Suzuki VL125 in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki VL125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 12,477 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 HW54 BVZ, 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 21 years old, this Suzuki VL125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HW54 BVZ registered?

HW54 BVZ is a 2005 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 28 January 2005.

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