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R568 NNW

1998 Suzuki VL1500

Yellow Petrol 1462cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2025
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

31,789 mi
Last recorded31,789 miles
Recorded on23 May 2024
Typical for 1998 Suzuki VL150019,496 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR568 NNW
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL1500
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,462cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 May 2024 31,789 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 14 May 2024 31,775 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Pillion seat with a defective supporting structure (6.2.6 (a) (i))

Pass 9 May 2023 31,660 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Rear Brake lever has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Pass 14 Apr 2022 31,443 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Apr 2021 31,207 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 30,869 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 30,488 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 29,894 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 29,111 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 27,819 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 27,152 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 25,951 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2013 25,936 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 23 Apr 2012 25,194 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 24,030 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2010 22,456 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 20,110 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2008 18,683 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2007 15,950 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2006 12,859 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2006 12,859 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 position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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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R568 NNW is a 1998 Suzuki VL1500 in Yellow with a 1,462cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 R568 NNW, 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 R568 NNW registered?

R568 NNW is a 1998 Suzuki VL1500, first registered on 29 April 1998.

Is R568 NNW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R568 NNW shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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