CarVerify

Free Car Check

W124 JBT

2000 Suzuki VL125

Silver Petrol 124cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2026
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

39,201 mi
Last recorded39,201 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2025
Typical for 2000 Suzuki VL12513,597 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationW124 JBT
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2025 39,201 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2023 37,152 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose 3 spokes slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Fail 1 Jul 2023 37,152 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose 3 spokes slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jul 2022 35,956 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Jul 2021 35,224 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2020 34,622 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 33,988 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 16 May 2019 33,988 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Stop lamp not working on pedal (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 May 2018 32,795 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 32,487 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 31,254 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 11 Aug 2015 31,189 miles

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

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Position lamp switch insecure (1.1.4b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 26 Jul 2013 29,258 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2013 29,757 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Tyre has a lump caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 19 Jul 2012 24,268 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 23,410 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 19 Nov 2011 23,410 miles

Offside Rear 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)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 23 Jul 2011 21,693 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2010 20,890 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 23 Jul 2010 20,890 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 16 Sep 2008 20,008 miles

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

Front brake binding on slightly

Pass 31 Aug 2007 18,414 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 20 Aug 2007 18,406 miles

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

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 11 May 2006 14,380 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

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

W124 JBT is a 2000 Suzuki VL125 in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

Across all 2000 Suzuki VL125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 13,597 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 W124 JBT, 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 26 years old, this Suzuki VL125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of W124 JBT?

You can check the full history of W124 JBT by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was W124 JBT registered?

W124 JBT is a 2000 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 19 May 2000.

Is W124 JBT safe to buy?

The MOT history for W124 JBT shows 24 tests with a 70.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does W124 JBT have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on W124 JBT. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.