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T35 DHY

1999 Suzuki VL1500

Black Petrol 1462cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

47,757 mi
Last recorded47,757 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 1999 Suzuki VL150021,935 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT35 DHY
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL1500
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,462cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2025 47,757 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2024 47,617 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 47,265 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2022 46,478 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 46,056 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 45,934 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2020 45,934 miles

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Aug 2019 45,507 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 45,030 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 43,995 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2017 43,995 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 16 Jul 2016 43,443 miles

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

Fail 1 Jun 2015 40,434 miles

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

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 1 Jun 2015 40,434 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2014 39,867 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 39,249 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 38,389 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 35,622 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 18 Mar 2010 29,453 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 18 Mar 2010 29,453 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 21 Mar 2009 19,675 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear number plate may not be Legal

Pass 16 Feb 2008 17,830 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2006 16,638 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 23 Jun 2006 16,611 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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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T35 DHY is a 1999 Suzuki VL1500 in Black with a 1,462cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 T35 DHY, 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 T35 DHY?

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What year was T35 DHY registered?

T35 DHY is a 1999 Suzuki VL1500, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is T35 DHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for T35 DHY shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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