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VX53 VUV

2004 Suzuki VL125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

29,598 mi
Last recorded29,598 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2015
Typical for 2004 Suzuki VL12511,472 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX53 VUV
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2015 29,598 miles

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

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 31 Oct 2014 26,031 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 25,848 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 1 Oct 2013 24,147 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Aug 2013 24,147 miles

Rear Wheel spoke cracked. (4.2.1b)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

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

Fail 9 Jul 2013 24,028 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel spoke missing (4.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Offside Rear Lower Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 11 Jul 2012 18,510 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 17,268 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2011 17,120 miles

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

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Pass 17 Jun 2010 13,786 miles

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

clutch sticky

Pass 5 Jun 2009 9,447 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

front tyre side/walls are cracking

Pass 3 Jun 2008 5,147 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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VX53 VUV is a 2004 Suzuki VL125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2004 Suzuki VL125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 11,472 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 VX53 VUV, 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 22 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 VX53 VUV registered?

VX53 VUV is a 2004 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 5 January 2004.

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