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T517 PBP

1999 Suzuki VL1500

Black Petrol 1462cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jun 2027
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,948 mi
Last recorded17,948 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 1999 Suzuki VL150021,935 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT517 PBP
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL1500
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,462cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 15 May 2026 17,948 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Jun 2025 17,750 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 Aug 2022 17,671 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Aug 2021 16,908 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2020 16,106 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 15,015 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 14,863 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 10 Jul 2010 14,346 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2008 13,534 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 13,144 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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T517 PBP is a 1999 Suzuki VL1500 in Black with a 1,462cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 T517 PBP, 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 T517 PBP registered?

T517 PBP is a 1999 Suzuki VL1500, first registered on 4 May 1999.

Is T517 PBP safe to buy?

The MOT history for T517 PBP shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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