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MX53 LXM

2003 Suzuki VL125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2023
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

18,250 mi
Last recorded18,250 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2022
Typical for 2003 Suzuki VL12510,943 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX53 LXM
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2022 18,250 miles

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

Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

Fail 9 Aug 2022 18,244 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

Pass 6 Mar 2020 17,649 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2019 17,181 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2018 17,169 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2017 17,159 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2016 17,145 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 17,121 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2014 17,121 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 1 Mar 2013 16,967 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 14,943 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 5 Feb 2011 10,521 miles

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

engine oil level appears to be too high,at top mark when on sidestand.may cause leakage

front and rear tyre pressures were low and have been re-inflated

Fail 5 Feb 2011 10,521 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.6)

Rear Brake pedal is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

engine oil level appears to be too high,at top mark when on sidestand.may cause leakage

front and rear tyre pressures were low and have been re-inflated

Fail 26 Jul 2010 10,516 miles

Rear Brake pedal is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

rear tyre was flat, maybe punctured. has been re-inflated

Pass 23 Jul 2009 9,297 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 9,233 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 12 Feb 2007 9,087 miles

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

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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MX53 LXM is a 2003 Suzuki VL125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 LXM, 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 LXM registered?

MX53 LXM is a 2003 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 19 December 2003.

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