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R544 KAE

1998 Suzuki VL1500

Yellow Petrol 1462cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

25,413 mi
Last recorded25,413 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki VL150019,496 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR544 KAE
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL1500
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,462cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 25,413 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 1 Apr 2025 24,394 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Mar 2024 22,400 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

battery loose

Pass 24 Apr 2023 22,035 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front tyre starting to perish on sidewall

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

battery slightly insecure

Fail 24 Apr 2023 22,035 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front tyre starting to perish on sidewall

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

battery slightly insecure

Pass 16 Aug 2021 20,829 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 Aug 2020 18,075 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2019 16,369 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2019 16,369 miles

Rear Position lamp not working Rear light not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 23 Jan 2018 16,324 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 7 Sep 2016 16,278 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2014 16,268 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 16,095 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 16,028 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2011 15,159 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2010 13,747 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 11,669 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 10,589 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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R544 KAE is a 1998 Suzuki VL1500 in Yellow with a 1,462cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 R544 KAE, 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

How do I check the history of R544 KAE?

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What year was R544 KAE registered?

R544 KAE is a 1998 Suzuki VL1500, first registered on 27 May 1998.

Is R544 KAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R544 KAE shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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