MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
74,713 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly scored/ rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
front mudgaurd and rear frame rusty
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS
Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
front mudgaurd and rear frame rusty
Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
rear brake slightly spongy
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)
Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
main frame @ swingingarm rusty
rear suspension slightly stiff and slightly redused movement
rear shocker slighty stiff in operation/bike frame swinging arm /mud gaurds rusty
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
rear brake slightly spongy
Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake pipe excessively chafed (3.2.B2a)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)
front brake slightley spongy
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
How Reliable is the Suzuki VL1500?
Based on 6,671 MOT tests across 548 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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W178 ABV is a 1999 Suzuki VL1500 in Black with a 1,462cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 W178 ABV, 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.
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W178 ABV is a 1999 Suzuki VL1500, first registered on 31 December 1999.
Is W178 ABV safe to buy?
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