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R169 FKP

1998 Suzuki VL1500

Black Petrol 1462cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Mar 2027
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

38,621 mi
Last recorded38,621 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki VL150019,496 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR169 FKP
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL1500
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,462cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 5 Mar 2026 38,621 miles
Pass 2 May 2025 35,463 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2017 34,292 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 31,634 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 29,572 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 27,753 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 26,265 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 24,642 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 22,766 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 20,483 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 17,339 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 15,958 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 15,849 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 15,274 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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R169 FKP is a 1998 Suzuki VL1500 in Black with a 1,462cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki VL1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 19,496 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 R169 FKP, 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 28 years old, this Suzuki VL1500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R169 FKP registered?

R169 FKP is a 1998 Suzuki VL1500, first registered on 5 June 1998.

Is R169 FKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R169 FKP shows 14 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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