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R887 LSF

1998 Suzuki VL1500

Multi-colour Petrol 1462cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2023
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

31,056 mi
Last recorded31,056 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2022
Typical for 1998 Suzuki VL150019,496 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR887 LSF
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL1500
Year1998
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,462cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2022 31,056 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Front brake disc has a cover over it so full inspection could not be carried out.

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 May 2019 31,011 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2017 30,998 miles

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.3(ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 2 Aug 2016 28,035 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 18 Aug 2015 27,801 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 18 Aug 2015 27,801 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Apr 2013 26,693 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 26,288 miles

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

Fail 23 Apr 2012 26,288 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Fail 2 May 2007 25,176 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 10 Mar 2006 24,195 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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R887 LSF is a 1998 Suzuki VL1500 in Multi-colour with a 1,462cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 R887 LSF, 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 R887 LSF registered?

R887 LSF is a 1998 Suzuki VL1500, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R887 LSF safe to buy?

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