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T187 AOB

1999 Suzuki VL1500

Silver Petrol 1462cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Feb 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

17,466 mi
Last recorded17,466 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2026
Typical for 1999 Suzuki VL150021,935 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT187 AOB
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL1500
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,462cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2026 17,466 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2025 17,439 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2024 17,345 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 16,344 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 16,335 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2019 16,231 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 16,142 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2018 16,142 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Mar 2017 16,132 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 16,027 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2014 15,557 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 15,377 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 15,271 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 15,168 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 15,018 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 14,757 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 14,491 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 14,056 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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T187 AOB is a 1999 Suzuki VL1500 in Silver with a 1,462cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 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 T187 AOB, 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

How do I check the history of T187 AOB?

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What year was T187 AOB registered?

T187 AOB is a 1999 Suzuki VL1500, first registered on 7 April 1999.

Is T187 AOB safe to buy?

The MOT history for T187 AOB shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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