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S353 VVR

1998 Suzuki VL1500

Maroon Petrol 1462cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

28,464 mi
Last recorded28,464 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki VL150019,496 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS353 VVR
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL1500
Year1998
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,462cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 28 Apr 2026 28,464 miles

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

All direction indicators light intensity reduced all (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Sep 2024 27,737 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2023 27,150 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2022 26,259 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 Sep 2020 25,355 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2019 24,176 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2018 20,674 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2016 17,915 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 12,843 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 8,294 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 5,093 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 2,597 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 2,511 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 2,464 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 2,337 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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S353 VVR is a 1998 Suzuki VL1500 in Maroon with a 1,462cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 S353 VVR, 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 S353 VVR registered?

S353 VVR is a 1998 Suzuki VL1500, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S353 VVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for S353 VVR shows 15 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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