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R170 WAM

1998 Suzuki VL1500

Yellow Petrol 1462cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jul 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

41,138 mi
Last recorded41,138 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki VL150019,496 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR170 WAM
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL1500
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,462cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2026 41,138 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2025 37,753 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2024 33,912 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2023 29,215 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2022 23,646 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2021 13,565 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 9,240 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 9,216 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 9,189 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 9,180 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 8,877 miles
Fail 14 May 2011 8,877 miles

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

Nearside Front Front position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2010 8,494 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 8,316 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 8,145 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 8,002 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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R170 WAM is a 1998 Suzuki VL1500 in Yellow with a 1,462cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 R170 WAM, 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 R170 WAM registered?

R170 WAM is a 1998 Suzuki VL1500, first registered on 4 May 1998.

Is R170 WAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R170 WAM shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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