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R439 EBJ

1998 Suzuki VL1500

Yellow Petrol 1462cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

27,444 mi
Last recorded27,444 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki VL150019,496 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR439 EBJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL1500
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,462cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2026 27,444 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2025 25,237 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 23,200 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2023 21,879 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 21,873 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 21,838 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 21,686 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 21,680 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 20,191 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 19,909 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 18 Jul 2014 19,837 miles

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

Fail 18 Jul 2014 19,837 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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 20 May 2013 19,500 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 17,209 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 16,267 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 15,711 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 14,953 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 13,500 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 12,780 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 12,352 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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R439 EBJ is a 1998 Suzuki VL1500 in Yellow with a 1,462cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 R439 EBJ, 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 R439 EBJ registered?

R439 EBJ is a 1998 Suzuki VL1500, first registered on 28 March 1998.

Is R439 EBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R439 EBJ shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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