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S426 BNT

1999 Suzuki VL1500

Black Petrol 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

22,976 mi
Last recorded22,976 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 1999 Suzuki VL150021,935 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS426 BNT
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL1500
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 22,976 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 May 2024 22,706 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 21,816 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2022 21,616 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2022 21,616 miles

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 10 Feb 2022 7,071 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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S426 BNT is a 1999 Suzuki VL1500 in Black with a 1,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 S426 BNT, 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

How do I check the history of S426 BNT?

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What year was S426 BNT registered?

S426 BNT is a 1999 Suzuki VL1500, first registered on 1 January 1999.

Is S426 BNT safe to buy?

The MOT history for S426 BNT shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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