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V423 FNA

1999 Suzuki VL125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2012
Tests12 (6 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

15,651 mi
Last recorded15,651 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2011
Typical for 1999 Suzuki VL12515,175 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV423 FNA
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass 6 fail
Fail 16 Nov 2011 15,651 miles

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

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

Pass 16 Nov 2011 15,651 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2011 15,638 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

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

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

Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Aug 2010 15,520 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 3 Aug 2010 15,520 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 7 Apr 2009 14,878 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 7 Apr 2009 14,878 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 29 Feb 2008 14,693 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

handlebars slightly twisted

Pass 5 Mar 2007 14,181 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2007 14,177 miles

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

Fail 16 Feb 2007 14,172 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2006 13,923 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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V423 FNA is a 1999 Suzuki VL125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 V423 FNA, 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 V423 FNA registered?

V423 FNA is a 1999 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 13 December 1999.

Is V423 FNA safe to buy?

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