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KX03 KJZ

2003 Suzuki VL125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2024
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

25,497 mi
Last recorded25,497 miles
Recorded on9 May 2023
Typical for 2003 Suzuki VL12510,943 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX03 KJZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 May 2023 25,497 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 9 May 2023 25,497 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 Jan 2022 25,181 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2020 25,080 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 22,031 miles
Fail 9 May 2019 22,031 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 May 2018 19,744 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 22 May 2017 17,315 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 22 May 2017 17,315 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Pass 24 May 2016 14,777 miles
Fail 19 May 2016 14,734 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Rear Wheel spoke missing (4.2.1b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 5 Jun 2015 12,909 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 9,180 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

headlamp slightly insecure

Pass 28 Mar 2013 2,985 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 5,964 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2011 5,964 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 30 Jul 2009 5,816 miles

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

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

cush drive rubbers slightley worn

Fail 30 Jul 2009 5,802 miles

Centre Front Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a) DANGEROUS

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

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

cush drive rubbers slightley worn

Pass 19 May 2008 4,782 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2006 3,151 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2006 3,117 miles

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

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

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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KX03 KJZ is a 2003 Suzuki VL125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 KX03 KJZ, 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.

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What year was KX03 KJZ registered?

KX03 KJZ is a 2003 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 1 March 2003.

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