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R232 HSX

1998 Suzuki VL1500

Black Petrol 1462cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

23,639 mi
Last recorded23,639 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki VL150019,496 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR232 HSX
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL1500
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,462cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 23,639 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2025 22,820 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2023 22,787 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2022 22,618 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2021 22,375 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2020 22,275 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2019 22,105 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 21,884 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 21,510 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 20 Aug 2016 21,338 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 21,115 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 20,893 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 20,535 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2013 20,503 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Jun 2012 20,094 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2011 19,646 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 19,340 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 18,936 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 18,406 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 17,679 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2006 17,467 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Jan 2006 16,641 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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R232 HSX is a 1998 Suzuki VL1500 in Black with a 1,462cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 R232 HSX, 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 R232 HSX registered?

R232 HSX is a 1998 Suzuki VL1500, first registered on 2 February 1998.

Is R232 HSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R232 HSX shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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