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S263 VKL

1998 Suzuki VL1500

Silver Petrol 1462cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

23,547 mi
Last recorded23,547 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki VL150019,496 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS263 VKL
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL1500
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,462cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2026 23,547 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2022 22,468 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Front Slight cracking to front tyre sidewall

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 12 Sep 2022 22,467 miles

Rear Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Front Slight cracking to front tyre sidewall

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 4 Sep 2021 21,654 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute All indicators (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Aug 2020 19,943 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 19 Aug 2019 18,230 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 15,258 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 15,156 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 14,835 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 14,778 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 14,689 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 14,244 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 8,426 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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S263 VKL is a 1998 Suzuki VL1500 in Silver with a 1,462cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki VL1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 19,496 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 S263 VKL, 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 28 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 S263 VKL registered?

S263 VKL is a 1998 Suzuki VL1500, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S263 VKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for S263 VKL shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S263 VKL have outstanding finance?

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