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S433 VVR

1998 Suzuki VL1500

Black Petrol 1462cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

41,684 mi
Last recorded41,684 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki VL150019,496 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS433 VVR
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL1500
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,462cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 41,684 miles

Exhaust noisy baffles fitted (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Mar 2023 41,177 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2022 40,705 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Oct 2020 40,321 miles

both rear indicators slightly loose

headlamp faded

Pass 11 Apr 2019 34,817 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Apr 2018 30,253 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Apr 2017 30,094 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2017 30,091 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Front Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 1 Apr 2016 29,309 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2016 29,309 miles

Centre Front Upper Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 18 Mar 2015 28,567 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 26,102 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 25,100 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 21,287 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2012 21,287 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 13 Apr 2011 19,315 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 18,390 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 17,018 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2009 17,018 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 9 Nov 2007 14,680 miles

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

Fail 6 Nov 2007 14,680 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 11 Aug 2006 11,961 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2005 11,470 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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S433 VVR is a 1998 Suzuki VL1500 in Black with a 1,462cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 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 S433 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 S433 VVR registered?

S433 VVR is a 1998 Suzuki VL1500, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S433 VVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for S433 VVR shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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