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RV02 PVT

2002 Suzuki VL125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2020
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

29,497 mi
Last recorded29,497 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2021
Typical for 2002 Suzuki VL12513,152 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV02 PVT
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Fail 26 Aug 2021 29,497 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected THROTTLE STICKING (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 3 Jun 2021 29,497 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front side light in op

Pass 5 Apr 2019 21,469 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 7 Apr 2018 4,612 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

rear number plate damaged

Fail 5 Apr 2018

Front Outer Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake rear brake (3.3.A1a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies front brake (1.3.1a)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released rear brake (1.3.1e)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

rear number plate damaged

Pass 18 Apr 2017 13,270 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 18 Apr 2017 13,270 miles

Offside Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute both (1.5.1c)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 16 Apr 2016 7,076 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 5,211 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 4,211 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 3,121 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2011 4,100 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 10 Mar 2011 4,100 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 3,057 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2007 774 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

How Reliable is the Suzuki VL125?

Based on 18,629 MOT tests across 1,764 vehicles.

77.7%
Pass Rate
767
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
1,764
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Drive chain excessively loose 350
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 333
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 310
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 288
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 261
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RV02 PVT is a 2002 Suzuki VL125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2002 Suzuki VL125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 13,152 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 VL125 fails its MOT is drive chain excessively loose, accounting for 350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RV02 PVT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki VL125 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 24 years old, this Suzuki VL125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RV02 PVT registered?

RV02 PVT is a 2002 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 12 March 2002.

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