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V45 DDF

1999 Suzuki VL125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

18,247 mi
Last recorded18,247 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2025
Typical for 1999 Suzuki VL12515,175 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV45 DDF
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2025 18,247 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 10 Jun 2024 18,130 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2022 17,310 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2021 16,971 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 16,839 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2018 16,839 miles

Suspension component mounting has an unsafe modification Upper exhaust silencer mounted to O/S lower shock mount causing stiff movement (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2017 16,494 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2017 16,477 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 1 Sep 2015 16,153 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2015 16,153 miles

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

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2) DANGEROUS

Fail 17 Jun 2014 14,584 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 17 Jun 2014 14,584 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 13,897 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 12,412 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 12,380 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2010 12,343 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 12,057 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 11,836 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 11,397 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2007 11,397 miles

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

Offside Front Upper Brake lever is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 9 Jun 2006 8,117 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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V45 DDF is a 1999 Suzuki VL125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 V45 DDF, 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 V45 DDF registered?

V45 DDF is a 1999 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 25 September 1999.

Is V45 DDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for V45 DDF shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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