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R681 RBV

1998 Suzuki VL1500

Black Petrol 1462cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2023
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

37,236 mi
Last recorded37,236 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2022
Typical for 1998 Suzuki VL150019,496 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR681 RBV
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL1500
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,462cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2022 37,236 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2021 37,175 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 8 Jun 2020 37,109 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2019 37,078 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 16 Feb 2015 37,060 miles

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Jan 2014 35,494 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Jan 2013 34,502 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 32,439 miles

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

Pass 13 Jan 2011 30,648 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 29,120 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2008 25,637 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2007 23,037 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 19,004 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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R681 RBV is a 1998 Suzuki VL1500 in Black 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 R681 RBV, 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 R681 RBV registered?

R681 RBV is a 1998 Suzuki VL1500, first registered on 14 January 1998.

Is R681 RBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R681 RBV 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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