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V165 WUB

1999 Suzuki VL125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

26,202 mi
Last recorded26,202 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2018
Typical for 1999 Suzuki VL12515,175 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV165 WUB
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2018 26,202 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 1 Oct 2016 24,013 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 18 Nov 2015 23,048 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front brake master cylinder slightly damaged.

Pass 11 Sep 2014 21,779 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake fluid reservoir slightly damaged (3.2.B1b)

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

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

Fail 11 Sep 2014 21,779 miles

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

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake fluid reservoir slightly damaged (3.2.B1b)

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2013 19,743 miles

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

Fail 10 Aug 2013 19,743 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 17 Aug 2012 16,609 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 16,214 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 15,847 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 15,552 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2008 14,666 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2008 14,666 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2007 14,549 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2007 14,549 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 24 Aug 2006 12,684 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
Full Suzuki VL125 reliability report

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V165 WUB is a 1999 Suzuki VL125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 V165 WUB, 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 V165 WUB registered?

V165 WUB is a 1999 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 27 October 1999.

Is V165 WUB safe to buy?

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