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LR02 FBX

2002 Suzuki VL125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

24,549 mi
Last recorded24,549 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2015
Typical for 2002 Suzuki VL12513,152 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR02 FBX
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2015 24,549 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 21,101 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2014 21,100 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Drive chain fouling another component (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

Pass 14 Sep 2012 20,239 miles

Upper Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 13 Sep 2012 20,239 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

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

Pass 13 Sep 2011 16,390 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 12 Sep 2011 16,390 miles

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

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

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 8 Sep 2010 14,451 miles

Both front and rear tyres are showing signs of deteriation

Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 14 Sep 2009 11,973 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 11,588 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2007 11,588 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 12 Jun 2006 10,338 miles

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 4 Jan 2006 9,736 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
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LR02 FBX is a 2002 Suzuki VL125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2002 Suzuki VL125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 13,152 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 LR02 FBX, 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 24 years old, this Suzuki VL125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LR02 FBX registered?

LR02 FBX is a 2002 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 9 May 2002.

Is LR02 FBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR02 FBX shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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