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V356 FCR

1999 Suzuki VL125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

2,950 mi
Last recorded2,950 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2010
Typical for 1999 Suzuki VL12515,175 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV356 FCR
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2010 2,950 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2010 2,950 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))

Fail 14 Jun 2010 2,950 miles

Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

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

Fail 7 Jun 2010 2,950 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Rear Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 2 Jun 2009 1,424 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 21 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 8,594 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 10 Jun 2006 7,900 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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V356 FCR is a 1999 Suzuki VL125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 V356 FCR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V356 FCR registered?

V356 FCR is a 1999 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 9 September 1999.

Is V356 FCR safe to buy?

The MOT history for V356 FCR shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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