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S23 AJS

2000 Suzuki VL125

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2016
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

19,979 mi
Last recorded19,979 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2015
Typical for 2000 Suzuki VL12513,597 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS23 AJS
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2015 19,979 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front front tyre perished between tread pattern

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 7 Aug 2015 24,159 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 10 Aug 2014 19,784 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 16 Aug 2013 15,789 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2013 15,755 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2012 14,341 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2012 14,341 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 12 Apr 2012 14,308 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 20 Apr 2011 14,134 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2010 13,979 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 13 Feb 2009 13,901 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 12 Feb 2009 13,901 miles

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

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 28 Jun 2007 12,281 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2007 12,281 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Horn control defective (1.7.2a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 6 Jun 2006 11,784 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Fail 5 Jun 2006

Rear Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

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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S23 AJS is a 2000 Suzuki VL125 in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2000 Suzuki VL125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 13,597 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 S23 AJS, 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 26 years old, this Suzuki VL125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S23 AJS registered?

S23 AJS is a 2000 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 9 September 2000.

Is S23 AJS safe to buy?

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