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NK51 VGU

2001 Suzuki VL125

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2025
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

15,660 mi
Last recorded15,660 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2001 Suzuki VL12512,762 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK51 VGU
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Fail 30 Jan 2026 15,660 miles

Brake effort inadequate at a wheel Rear brake (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Brake excessively binding Front brake binding (1.2.1 (f))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Drive chain so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Wheel damaged or distorted to the extent that control of the motorcycle is likely to be adversely affected Front wheel buckled (5.2.2 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front disc (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Sep 2024 12,769 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 11,922 miles

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

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

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

handle bars slightly out of line

Pass 28 Feb 2019 9,492 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2019 9,492 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2018 7,707 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 6,807 miles

Rear TYRE HAS SMALL SPLITS

Fail 16 Mar 2017 6,807 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear TYRE HAS SMALL SPLITS

Pass 20 Feb 2016 6,225 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 4,329 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 3,446 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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NK51 VGU is a 2001 Suzuki VL125 in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki VL125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 12,762 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 NK51 VGU, 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 25 years old, this Suzuki VL125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was NK51 VGU registered?

NK51 VGU is a 2001 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 30 November 2001.

Is NK51 VGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for NK51 VGU shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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