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KJ55 DYY

2005 Suzuki VL125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jun 2027
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

17,673 mi
Last recorded17,673 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Suzuki VL12512,477 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJ55 DYY
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 17,673 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened BOTH STANCHIONS PITTED/FLAKING CHROME (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Brake pedal not releasing correctly (1.1.2 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pedal pivot slightly tight (1.1.1 (a))

Fail 12 Jun 2026 17,673 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened BOTH STANCHIONS PITTED/FLAKING CHROME (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Brake pedal not releasing correctly (1.1.2 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pedal pivot slightly tight (1.1.1 (a))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Jun 2025 13,598 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2022 13,590 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2022 13,590 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Jul 2018 13,386 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2018 13,386 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2017 13,116 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2017 13,116 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 24 Jun 2016 13,036 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2016 13,036 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2013 11,391 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 19 Sep 2012 9,635 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Front tyre sidewalls cracking

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 6 Sep 2011 5,981 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Sep 2010 4,191 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

cush drive worn

Fail 21 Sep 2010 4,191 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

cush drive worn

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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KJ55 DYY is a 2005 Suzuki VL125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 KJ55 DYY, 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 KJ55 DYY registered?

KJ55 DYY is a 2005 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 16 September 2005.

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