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RY03 KJV

2003 Suzuki VL125

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2016
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

22,878 mi
Last recorded22,878 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2015
Typical for 2003 Suzuki VL12510,943 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY03 KJV
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2015 22,878 miles

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

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 22 Apr 2015 22,878 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Horn insecure

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 20 Apr 2015 22,868 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 4 Nov 2013 22,283 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 19,639 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2012 19,639 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2011 15,477 miles

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

Fail 2 Nov 2011 15,472 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 4 Feb 2010 11,348 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2009 9,974 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 6,712 miles

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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RY03 KJV is a 2003 Suzuki VL125 in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2003 Suzuki VL125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 10,943 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 RY03 KJV, 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 23 years old, this Suzuki VL125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RY03 KJV registered?

RY03 KJV is a 2003 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 5 June 2003.

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The MOT history for RY03 KJV shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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