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R563 AWA

1998 Suzuki VL1500

Yellow Petrol 1462cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

20,055 mi
Last recorded20,055 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki VL150019,496 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR563 AWA
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL1500
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,462cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2025 20,055 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2025 20,055 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 12 Aug 2024 10,086 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 16,896 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2022 16,575 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 16,284 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 16,223 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 15 Aug 2018 16,223 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 12 Jun 2014 15,994 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 14,495 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 14,434 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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R563 AWA is a 1998 Suzuki VL1500 in Yellow with a 1,462cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 R563 AWA, 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 R563 AWA registered?

R563 AWA is a 1998 Suzuki VL1500, first registered on 8 June 1998.

Is R563 AWA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R563 AWA shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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