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V61 GAT

1999 Suzuki VL1500

Blue Petrol 1462cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

17,983 mi
Last recorded17,983 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2026
Typical for 1999 Suzuki VL150021,935 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV61 GAT
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL1500
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,462cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2026 17,983 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2025 17,565 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 17,294 miles
Pass 11 May 2023 17,176 miles
Pass 7 May 2022 17,021 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2015 16,961 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 16,922 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 16,564 miles

front tyer is wetherd

Pass 1 Jun 2009 16,342 miles
Fail 30 May 2009 16,342 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Horn emits 2 or more alternating tones (1.7.3b)

Rear Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 8 Jun 2006 13,009 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

How Reliable is the Suzuki VL1500?

Based on 6,671 MOT tests across 548 vehicles.

87.8%
Pass Rate
772
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
548
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 75
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 41
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 37
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 21
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 18
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V61 GAT is a 1999 Suzuki VL1500 in Blue with a 1,462cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1999 Suzuki VL1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 21,935 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki VL1500 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 75 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V61 GAT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki VL1500 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 27 years old, this Suzuki VL1500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of V61 GAT?

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What year was V61 GAT registered?

V61 GAT is a 1999 Suzuki VL1500, first registered on 16 September 1999.

Is V61 GAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for V61 GAT shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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