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S983 YOX

1999 Suzuki VL1500

Silver Petrol 1462cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Sep 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

64,934 mi
Last recorded64,934 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 1999 Suzuki VL150021,935 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS983 YOX
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL1500
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,462cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 64,934 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2024 63,736 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2023 62,405 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2023 62,393 miles

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Aug 2022 60,789 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 58,417 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 58,316 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2014 58,316 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 18 Feb 2013 57,452 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 56,145 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 54,597 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 52,493 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2008 46,151 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 27 Mar 2008 46,151 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 39,354 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 34,245 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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S983 YOX is a 1999 Suzuki VL1500 in Silver with a 1,462cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 S983 YOX, 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

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What year was S983 YOX registered?

S983 YOX is a 1999 Suzuki VL1500, first registered on 4 February 1999.

Is S983 YOX safe to buy?

The MOT history for S983 YOX shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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