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T86 JAO

1999 Suzuki VL1500

Yellow Petrol 1462cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

40,852 mi
Last recorded40,852 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2026
Typical for 1999 Suzuki VL150021,935 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT86 JAO
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL1500
Year1999
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,462cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2026 40,852 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2025 40,772 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 40,496 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2023 39,818 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 6 Jul 2022 39,156 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 37,233 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 36,890 miles

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

Fail 10 Apr 2019 36,890 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 24 Mar 2018 36,123 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 32,196 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2016 34,558 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2015 33,413 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 31,318 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 29,317 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 27,770 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 25,742 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2010 22,514 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 19,659 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 17,231 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 14,777 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2006 14,018 miles

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

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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T86 JAO is a 1999 Suzuki VL1500 in Yellow with a 1,462cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 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 T86 JAO, 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 T86 JAO registered?

T86 JAO is a 1999 Suzuki VL1500, first registered on 1 March 1999.

Is T86 JAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for T86 JAO shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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