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VU02 YTO

2002 Suzuki VL125

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

20,445 mi
Last recorded20,445 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2016
Typical for 2002 Suzuki VL12513,152 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU02 YTO
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2016 20,445 miles

Front sprocket cover loose but not insecure

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Pass 27 Jan 2015 19,480 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 24 Feb 2014
Fail 19 Feb 2014 16,959 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Dec 2012 13,190 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2012 13,190 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 27 Apr 2012 12,216 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2012 12,204 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2011 11,601 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2011 11,601 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2010 11,350 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 20 Apr 2009 10,786 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2007 9,104 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2006 7,761 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 28 May 2005 3,958 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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VU02 YTO is a 2002 Suzuki VL125 in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2002 Suzuki VL125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 13,152 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 VU02 YTO, 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 24 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 VU02 YTO registered?

VU02 YTO is a 2002 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 4 May 2002.

Is VU02 YTO safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU02 YTO shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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