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NM05 MZW

2005 Suzuki VL125

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2026
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

19,087 mi
Last recorded19,087 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki VL12512,477 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNM05 MZW
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2025 19,087 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 23 Oct 2024 19,083 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 20 Oct 2023 18,809 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2023 18,809 miles

Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Pass 14 Oct 2022 17,636 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2022 17,636 miles

Pillion seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Oct 2021 15,713 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2020 15,023 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2020 15,013 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (4.1.3 (b))

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

Pass 25 Oct 2019 14,368 miles

Central Front Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2017 13,772 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 13,618 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

VIN hard to read

frame generally corroded

gear lever insecure

Fail 5 Aug 2016 13,610 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

VIN hard to read

frame generally corroded

gear lever insecure

Pass 23 Jul 2015 12,972 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2015 12,972 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2014 12,948 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2014 12,948 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2013 12,799 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 11,552 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 10,207 miles

Centre Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 15 Jul 2010 8,766 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 21 Jul 2009 6,695 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2009 6,695 miles

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

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

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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NM05 MZW is a 2005 Suzuki VL125 in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki VL125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 12,477 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 NM05 MZW, 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 21 years old, this Suzuki VL125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was NM05 MZW registered?

NM05 MZW is a 2005 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 29 August 2005.

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