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R370 BKO

1998 Suzuki VL1500

Black Petrol 1462cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

Typical for 1998 Suzuki VL150019,496 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR370 BKO
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL1500
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,462cc
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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2016
Fail 19 Jan 2016

Centre Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Offside Rear Lower Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Pass 22 Feb 2014 43,490 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 42,806 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 42,139 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2010 41,936 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2009 41,615 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 40,715 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2007 40,706 miles

Front Brake pipe likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Rear Brake master cylinder insecurely mounted (3.2.B1a)

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2006 39,505 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 22 Jun 2006 39,505 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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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R370 BKO is a 1998 Suzuki VL1500 in Black with a 1,462cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R370 BKO, 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.

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What year was R370 BKO registered?

R370 BKO is a 1998 Suzuki VL1500, first registered on 15 May 1998.

Is R370 BKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R370 BKO shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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