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S531 MES

1998 Suzuki VL1500

Silver Petrol 1462cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,136 mi
Last recorded20,136 miles
Recorded on2 May 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki VL150019,496 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS531 MES
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL1500
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,462cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 2 May 2025 20,136 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2023 18,737 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2022 16,791 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2021 13,803 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 23 Sep 2020 11,804 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Sep 2019 11,114 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2018 10,276 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 9,679 miles
Pass 30 May 2016 8,898 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 8,326 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 7,735 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 7,527 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 7,213 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 6,499 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 5,874 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 5,684 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 5,233 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 5,134 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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S531 MES is a 1998 Suzuki VL1500 in Silver with a 1,462cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 S531 MES, 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 S531 MES?

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What year was S531 MES registered?

S531 MES is a 1998 Suzuki VL1500, first registered on 21 October 1998.

Is S531 MES safe to buy?

The MOT history for S531 MES shows 18 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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