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MX53 LXF

2003 Suzuki VL125

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2021
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

11,439 mi
Last recorded11,439 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2020
Typical for 2003 Suzuki VL12510,943 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX53 LXF
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2020 11,439 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 19 Jun 2020 11,438 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

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

Pass 17 Jun 2019 10,889 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Front brake fluid level low but not considered dangerous

Fail 17 Jun 2019 10,889 miles

Registration plate inscription illegible excessively cracked and likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Front brake fluid level low but not considered dangerous

Pass 21 Jun 2018 8,710 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2018 8,710 miles

Nearside All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Sep 2017 7,021 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 25 Sep 2017 7,021 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 27 Sep 2016 2,885 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 2,702 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 28 Apr 2015 1,951 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 6 Jun 2014 918 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 22 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 22 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 4 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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MX53 LXF is a 2003 Suzuki VL125 in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 MX53 LXF, 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 MX53 LXF registered?

MX53 LXF is a 2003 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 3 September 2003.

Is MX53 LXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX53 LXF shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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