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R665 PRS

1998 Suzuki VL1500

Black Petrol 1462cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2025
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

35,581 mi
Last recorded35,581 miles
Recorded on1 May 2024
Typical for 1998 Suzuki VL150019,496 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR665 PRS
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL1500
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,462cc
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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 May 2024 35,581 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2023 34,761 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 28 Apr 2022 33,145 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 32,246 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 30,784 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Mar 2017 29,308 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 28,788 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014
Pass 24 Jun 2013 25,923 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 19 Jun 2013 25,902 miles

Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (3.2.B3a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 29 May 2012 24,674 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 29 May 2012 24,668 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 3 May 2011 22,384 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 3 May 2011 22,384 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 20,073 miles
Fail 5 May 2010 20,073 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 9 May 2009 17,244 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 26,684 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 May 2007 23,962 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 21,983 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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R665 PRS 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 80%.

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 R665 PRS, 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.

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What year was R665 PRS registered?

R665 PRS is a 1998 Suzuki VL1500, first registered on 20 March 1998.

Is R665 PRS safe to buy?

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