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RD05 MCR

2005 Suzuki VL1500

Black Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

37,225 mi
Last recorded37,225 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2019
Typical for 2005 Suzuki VL150021,909 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRD05 MCR
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL1500
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc
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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2019 37,225 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2018 36,775 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 36,052 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 22 Jul 2016 34,212 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Aug 2015 31,528 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Aug 2014 29,376 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2013 28,338 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 18 Aug 2012 24,174 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 18 Aug 2012 24,164 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Jul 2011 20,041 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Fail 22 Jul 2011 20,041 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2010 16,118 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 12,308 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2008 9,065 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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RD05 MCR is a 2005 Suzuki VL1500 in Black with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki VL1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.6% with a typical mileage of 21,909 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 RD05 MCR, 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 21 years old, this Suzuki VL1500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was RD05 MCR registered?

RD05 MCR is a 2005 Suzuki VL1500, first registered on 1 August 2005.

Is RD05 MCR safe to buy?

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