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S205 RFL

1999 Suzuki VL1500

Black Petrol 1462cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

35,986 mi
Last recorded35,986 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2018
Typical for 1999 Suzuki VL150021,935 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS205 RFL
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL1500
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,462cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2018 35,986 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 35,805 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 9 Mar 2016 35,484 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Mar 2015 35,046 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Mar 2014 34,401 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Mar 2013 34,033 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Mar 2012 31,068 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 29,329 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 27,959 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 24,510 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 22,013 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2008 22,013 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2007 17,429 miles
Pass 27 May 2006 14,557 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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S205 RFL is a 1999 Suzuki VL1500 in Black with a 1,462cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1999 Suzuki VL1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 21,935 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 S205 RFL, 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 27 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 S205 RFL registered?

S205 RFL is a 1999 Suzuki VL1500, first registered on 23 January 1999.

Is S205 RFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for S205 RFL shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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