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V124 JFM

1999 Suzuki VL125

Green Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2025
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

26,452 mi
Last recorded26,452 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2024
Typical for 1999 Suzuki VL12515,175 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV124 JFM
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2024 26,452 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2023 26,331 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 26,314 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2021 25,755 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 May 2018 21,924 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 11 May 2018 21,888 miles

Front Wheel spoke excessively loose multiple (4.2.1b)

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 11 May 2017 18,571 miles

Offside Front Lower Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 24 May 2013 17,451 miles
Fail 24 May 2013 17,451 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 20 Apr 2012 13,210 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

front engine mounting bracket as 1 of the 3 bolts missing,engine remains secure

front tyre sidewall slightly deteriorated,cracks appearing,not excessive

Fail 11 Apr 2012 13,204 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Rear Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear Brake pedal is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

drive chain very dry/rusty,lube required

front engine mounting bracket as 1 of the 3 bolts missing,engine remains secure

front tyre sidewall slightly deteriorated,cracks appearing,not excessive

Fail 23 Jan 2012 13,142 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 22 Jan 2011 10,318 miles

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 26 Nov 2005 9,676 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki VL125?

Based on 18,629 MOT tests across 1,764 vehicles.

77.7%
Pass Rate
767
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
1,764
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Drive chain excessively loose 350
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 333
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 310
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 288
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 261
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V124 JFM is a 1999 Suzuki VL125 in Green with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1999 Suzuki VL125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 15,175 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 VL125 fails its MOT is drive chain excessively loose, accounting for 350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V124 JFM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki VL125 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 27 years old, this Suzuki VL125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was V124 JFM registered?

V124 JFM is a 1999 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 10 September 1999.

Is V124 JFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for V124 JFM shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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