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NK53 HRX

2003 Suzuki VL125

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2018
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

15,128 mi
Last recorded15,128 miles
Recorded on13 May 2017
Typical for 2003 Suzuki VL12510,943 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK53 HRX
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 May 2017 15,128 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 13 May 2017 15,128 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake hose excessively twisted (3.2.B3a)

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

Fail 22 Mar 2017 15,096 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 2 Mar 2016 10,954 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2014 10,404 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 27 Sep 2014 10,404 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Sep 2013 9,041 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2013 9,041 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2012 7,098 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Fail 17 Aug 2012 7,098 miles

Rear Brake pedal is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Oil leak

Fail 22 Jul 2011 4,720 miles

Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 22 Jul 2011 4,720 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2008 3,468 miles

o/s & n/s front forks slight pitting

Pass 15 Aug 2007 1,626 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2006 755 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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NK53 HRX 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 60%.

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 NK53 HRX, 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 NK53 HRX registered?

NK53 HRX is a 2003 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 13 September 2003.

Is NK53 HRX safe to buy?

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