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T999 LJM

2003 Suzuki VL1500

Black Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

22,028 mi
Last recorded22,028 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki VL150012,619 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT999 LJM
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL1500
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 22,028 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Jul 2025 21,522 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Jul 2024 21,038 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 20 Jun 2024 21,033 miles

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Jun 2021 19,995 miles
Pass 19 May 2020 18,612 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 17,141 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2018 13,698 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2018 13,698 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2017 10,096 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 7,125 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2016 7,102 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake Brake peddle shaft (3.3.A1a)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 20 Mar 2015 6,624 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2014 6,519 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Aug 2013 5,453 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 3 Aug 2013 5,453 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)

Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)

Pass 22 Jun 2012 5,439 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 5,099 miles
Fail 19 May 2009 5,099 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 3 May 2008 4,798 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 4,461 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 4,042 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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T999 LJM is a 2003 Suzuki VL1500 in Black with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2003 Suzuki VL1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 12,619 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 T999 LJM, 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 23 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 T999 LJM registered?

T999 LJM is a 2003 Suzuki VL1500, first registered on 1 February 2003.

Is T999 LJM safe to buy?

The MOT history for T999 LJM shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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