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HX51 FPE

2001 Suzuki VL125

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2022
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

3,772 mi
Last recorded3,772 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2021
Typical for 2001 Suzuki VL12512,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX51 FPE
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2021 3,772 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 4 Feb 2021 3,772 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Sep 2019

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fuel cap stiff operation.

Odometer/Trip digital display not working.

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy Aftermarket exhaust silencers fitted at time test. (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 14 Aug 2019

Front Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition Aftermarket exhaust silencers fitted at time of test. (8.1.1 (a))

Central Front Horn insecure, could become detached and non operational.

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fuel cap stiff operation.

Odometer/Trip digital display not working.

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

Pass 23 Jun 2018

Loud silencers fitted

Fail 23 Jun 2018

Loud silencers fitted

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 5 Apr 2018

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

Front spark plug loose

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

Rear brake pedal has little reserve travel

blue exhaust smoke at idle

Pass 21 Apr 2017 29,912 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016
Pass 11 Apr 2015 25,180 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 22,772 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 28 Oct 2011 21,961 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2011 21,961 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 30 Oct 2010 19,560 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

numberplate slightly loose

Fail 29 Oct 2010 19,560 miles

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

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

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

numberplate slightly loose

Pass 13 Oct 2009 17,237 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 10 Oct 2009 17,237 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 10 Oct 2008 15,359 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 4 Oct 2007 12,387 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

front tyre uneven wear

rear tyre uneven wear

Pass 26 Sep 2006 8,392 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
Full Suzuki VL125 reliability report

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HX51 FPE is a 2001 Suzuki VL125 in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki VL125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 12,762 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 HX51 FPE, 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 25 years old, this Suzuki VL125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HX51 FPE registered?

HX51 FPE is a 2001 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 6 September 2001.

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