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R7 FCC

1998 Suzuki VL1500

Brown Petrol 1462cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,026 mi
Last recorded19,026 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki VL150019,496 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR7 FCC
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL1500
Year1998
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,462cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 23 Jun 2026 19,026 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 May 2025 15,979 miles

Central Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Jun 2024 15,617 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2023 13,993 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 12,989 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 11,481 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 11,214 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 10,921 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 10,565 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 10,232 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 9,480 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 9,214 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 9,082 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 9,027 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 8,643 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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R7 FCC is a 1998 Suzuki VL1500 in Brown with a 1,462cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R7 FCC, 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 R7 FCC registered?

R7 FCC is a 1998 Suzuki VL1500, first registered on 1 April 1998.

Is R7 FCC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R7 FCC shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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