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R630 WAM

1998 Suzuki VL1500

Black Petrol 1462cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

23,442 mi
Last recorded23,442 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki VL150019,496 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR630 WAM
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL1500
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,462cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 May 2026 23,442 miles
Pass 29 May 2025 23,336 miles
Pass 30 May 2024 23,069 miles
Pass 27 May 2023 22,949 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2022 22,622 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2022 22,622 miles

Fuel system component leaking Carburettor flooding (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2021 22,350 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 21,588 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 20,983 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 19,899 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2014 18,586 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2013 16,718 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 15,328 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 13,533 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 12,802 miles
Fail 17 May 2010 12,799 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 28 May 2009 12,036 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 10,757 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 9,266 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 7,652 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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R630 WAM is a 1998 Suzuki VL1500 in Black with a 1,462cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 R630 WAM, 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 R630 WAM registered?

R630 WAM is a 1998 Suzuki VL1500, first registered on 28 May 1998.

Is R630 WAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R630 WAM shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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