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W198 RPR

2000 Suzuki VL1500

Black Petrol 1462cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,539 mi
Last recorded36,539 miles
Recorded on26 May 2017
Typical for 2000 Suzuki VL150018,755 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW198 RPR
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL1500
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,462cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 26 May 2017 36,539 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2016 36,381 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 36,023 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

numberplate undersize

Pass 7 Jun 2014 35,730 miles

numberplate under size

Pass 4 May 2013 35,306 miles

number plate under size

Pass 12 Mar 2012 34,086 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 33,139 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 31,435 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 20,795 miles

Offside Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 8 Mar 2008 19,537 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2007 16,227 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 14,824 miles

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

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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W198 RPR is a 2000 Suzuki VL1500 in Black with a 1,462cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2000 Suzuki VL1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 18,755 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 W198 RPR, 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 26 years old, this Suzuki VL1500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W198 RPR registered?

W198 RPR is a 2000 Suzuki VL1500, first registered on 21 July 2000.

Is W198 RPR safe to buy?

The MOT history for W198 RPR shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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