MOT Status
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57,731 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Brake lever not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected (1.1.2 (b) (ii))
Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
How Reliable is the Suzuki VL1500?
Based on 6,671 MOT tests across 548 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R789 JAF is a 1998 Suzuki VL1500 in Black with a 1,462cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.
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 R789 JAF, 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 R789 JAF registered?
R789 JAF is a 1998 Suzuki VL1500, first registered on 9 June 1998.
Is R789 JAF safe to buy?
The MOT history for R789 JAF shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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