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W253 DOO

2000 Suzuki VL125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

28,581 mi
Last recorded28,581 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2020
Typical for 2000 Suzuki VL12513,597 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW253 DOO
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2020 28,581 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 23 Jul 2020 28,581 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Sep 2019 28,481 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 28,006 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 27,018 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2016 23,459 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2015 23,459 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 9 Jan 2014 23,275 miles

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

Fail 9 Jan 2014 23,275 miles

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

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 12 Sep 2012 22,112 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2012 22,112 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 20 Nov 2010 18,186 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2009 13,113 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 10,154 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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W253 DOO is a 2000 Suzuki VL125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 W253 DOO, 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.

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What year was W253 DOO registered?

W253 DOO is a 2000 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 3 May 2000.

Is W253 DOO safe to buy?

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