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SP04 FSC

2004 Suzuki VL125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

28,143 mi
Last recorded28,143 miles
Recorded on2 May 2025
Typical for 2004 Suzuki VL12511,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP04 FSC
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 May 2025 28,143 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2025 28,138 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Mar 2024 26,686 miles

Front Wheel corroded but not to excess wheel rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced generally all over chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Wheel corroded but not to excess rear wheel rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Fail 4 Mar 2024 26,686 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel corroded but not to excess wheel rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced generally all over chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Wheel corroded but not to excess rear wheel rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 4 Oct 2022 24,201 miles

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

Offside Front corrosion on fork - offside

Offside Rear Chain guard slightly loose (6.1.7 (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2021 16,528 miles

Clutch lever excessively stiff

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 28 Aug 2021 16,528 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Clutch lever excessively stiff

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Sep 2020 15,152 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 13,103 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Forks slightly corroded (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil fork seal (5.3.2 (b))

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

age related corrosion

Pass 28 Aug 2018 10,436 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 9,532 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 16 Jun 2016 9,529 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 9,524 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2014 9,110 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2014 9,101 miles

Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

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

Front Brake component leaking fluid (3.2.B4) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Apr 2013 8,605 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 8,304 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 15 Mar 2010 8,213 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 7,911 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2009 7,908 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 18 Mar 2008 7,023 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki VL125?

Based on 18,629 MOT tests across 1,764 vehicles.

77.7%
Pass Rate
767
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
1,764
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Drive chain excessively loose 350
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 333
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 310
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 288
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 261
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SP04 FSC is a 2004 Suzuki VL125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2004 Suzuki VL125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 11,472 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 VL125 fails its MOT is drive chain excessively loose, accounting for 350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SP04 FSC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki VL125 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 22 years old, this Suzuki VL125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SP04 FSC registered?

SP04 FSC is a 2004 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 4 June 2004.

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