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OW52 YFG

2003 Suzuki VL1500

Black Petrol 1462cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,405 mi
Last recorded26,405 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki VL150012,619 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOW52 YFG
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL1500
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,462cc
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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 22 Jul 2025 26,405 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2024 26,072 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2023 23,146 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2022 23,099 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 1 Apr 2021 22,407 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Mar 2020 22,270 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 21,862 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2018 21,329 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 20,722 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2016 20,109 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2014 18,534 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki VL1500?

Based on 6,671 MOT tests across 548 vehicles.

87.8%
Pass Rate
772
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
548
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 75
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 41
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 37
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 21
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 18
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OW52 YFG is a 2003 Suzuki VL1500 in Black with a 1,462cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2003 Suzuki VL1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 12,619 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki VL1500 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 75 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OW52 YFG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki VL1500 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 23 years old, this Suzuki VL1500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OW52 YFG?

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What year was OW52 YFG registered?

OW52 YFG is a 2003 Suzuki VL1500, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is OW52 YFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for OW52 YFG shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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