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V352 JCA

2000 Suzuki VL125

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2025
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

28,701 mi
Last recorded28,701 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2024
Typical for 2000 Suzuki VL12513,597 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV352 JCA
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2024 28,701 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Stop lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2023 26,897 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

clutch cable to tight

oil leak

oil on rear tyre

Fail 14 Mar 2023 26,897 miles

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

clutch cable to tight

oil leak

oil on rear tyre

Fail 17 Jan 2023 26,882 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))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Brake fluid not visible (1.1.10 (d) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake hose insecure

Front Wheel damaged but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Valve stem insecure

Rear brake pedal fully adjusted

Pass 13 Dec 2021 26,875 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

tyres old by date

Fail 13 Dec 2021 26,875 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

mudgaurd bolts insecure

tyres old by date

Fail 4 Oct 2021 26,874 miles

Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

both tyres old by date

front wheel not true

Pass 18 Aug 2011 6,578 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 5,441 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 5,136 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 4,404 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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V352 JCA is a 2000 Suzuki VL125 in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2000 Suzuki VL125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 13,597 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 V352 JCA, 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 26 years old, this Suzuki VL125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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V352 JCA is a 2000 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 1 January 2000.

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