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S318 RUY

1998 Suzuki VL1500

Yellow Petrol 1462cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,297 mi
Last recorded20,297 miles
Recorded on21 May 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki VL150019,496 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS318 RUY
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL1500
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,462cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 21 May 2025 20,297 miles
Pass 22 May 2024 20,270 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 20,260 miles
Pass 19 May 2022 20,242 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 20,157 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 20,002 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2019 19,923 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 19,888 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 19,798 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 19,692 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 19,597 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 19,329 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 19,009 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 18,534 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 17,994 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 17,774 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 17,132 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 16,477 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 15,684 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2006 13,729 miles

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

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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S318 RUY is a 1998 Suzuki VL1500 in Yellow with a 1,462cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 S318 RUY, 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

How do I check the history of S318 RUY?

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What year was S318 RUY registered?

S318 RUY is a 1998 Suzuki VL1500, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S318 RUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for S318 RUY shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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