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R675 FGV

1998 Suzuki VL1500

Blue Petrol 1462cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2023
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

12,942 mi
Last recorded12,942 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2023
Typical for 1998 Suzuki VL150019,496 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR675 FGV
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL1500
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,462cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Fail 28 Jun 2023 12,942 miles

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel possible air in system (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Jun 2022 12,933 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 12,852 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2019 12,749 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 12,140 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 12,040 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 11,775 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 11,763 miles

Front Tyre Perishing to tread

Pass 13 Aug 2010 11,023 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2009 10,667 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 8,438 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Mar 2007 7,924 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2006 5,639 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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R675 FGV is a 1998 Suzuki VL1500 in Blue with a 1,462cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 R675 FGV, 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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How do I check the history of R675 FGV?

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What year was R675 FGV registered?

R675 FGV is a 1998 Suzuki VL1500, first registered on 15 May 1998.

Is R675 FGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R675 FGV shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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