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SM15 FEV

2015 Suzuki VL1500

Black Petrol 1462cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

17,147 mi
Last recorded17,147 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM15 FEV
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL1500
Year2015
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,462cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 17,147 miles

Central Lower Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Central Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis corroded in various areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 26 May 2026 17,146 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Tyre split on sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Lower Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Central Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis corroded in various areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 May 2025 16,973 miles

Central Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Apr 2023 16,518 miles

Central Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Central Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Central Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside 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 16 Oct 2021 15,590 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Lower frame corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing Shock absorber body corroded but not excessive (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 8 Oct 2021 15,573 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp Rear indicators not clearly visible due to rear marker lights (4.4.3 (b))

Rear Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned Indicators not clearly visible due to size and position (Too Small & Too Low) (4.4.3 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Lower frame corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing Shock absorber body corroded but not excessive (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Oct 2020 13,964 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Apr 2019 9,495 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2018 7,198 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 28 Mar 2018 7,198 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 Mar 2017 4,038 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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SM15 FEV is a 2015 Suzuki VL1500 in Black with a 1,462cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 SM15 FEV, 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 11 years old, this Suzuki VL1500 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was SM15 FEV registered?

SM15 FEV is a 2015 Suzuki VL1500, first registered on 8 June 2015.

Is SM15 FEV safe to buy?

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