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V580 JWK

1999 Suzuki VL125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2020
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

31,165 mi
Last recorded31,165 miles
Recorded on20 May 2022
Typical for 1999 Suzuki VL12515,175 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV580 JWK
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Fail 20 May 2022 31,165 miles

Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened swinging arm rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

fron mud gaurd insecure

Pass 31 Oct 2019 30,331 miles

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

exsesive play in gear pedle linkege.

rust towards lower part of bike.

Pass 28 Nov 2018 30,203 miles

exsessive play in gear lever at rose joint mount

slight rust towards lower part of bike

weaping of oil around sump and oil filter cover

Fail 28 Nov 2018 30,203 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

exsessive play in gear lever at rose joint mount

slight rust towards lower part of bike

weaping of oil around sump and oil filter cover

Pass 25 Oct 2017 29,411 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 27,215 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2016 27,215 miles

Offside Front Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. loose (2.1.1c)

Rear Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 7 Oct 2015 26,322 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 25,500 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2013 24,109 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 12 Oct 2012 22,834 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2012 22,834 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Oct 2011 21,698 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Slightly binding front brake

Fail 21 Oct 2011 21,698 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Slightly binding front brake

Pass 10 Nov 2010 20,359 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2009 21,171 miles

number plate starting to deteriorate

throttle cable plastic holder broken

Fail 19 Nov 2009 21,171 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

number plate starting to deteriorate

throttle cable plastic holder broken

Pass 26 Nov 2008 20,210 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

throttle return slow

Pass 3 Dec 2007 18,902 miles

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

Fail 30 Nov 2007 18,902 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Headlamp incorrect colour (1.2.1)

Rear Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 2 Dec 2006 17,988 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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V580 JWK is a 1999 Suzuki VL125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 V580 JWK, 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 V580 JWK registered?

V580 JWK is a 1999 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 11 October 1999.

Is V580 JWK safe to buy?

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