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W268 HJO

2000 Suzuki VL1500

Silver Petrol 1462cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,029 mi
Last recorded43,029 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2025
Typical for 2000 Suzuki VL150018,755 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW268 HJO
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL1500
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,462cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 20 Jun 2025 43,029 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2024 42,953 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Shrouds fitted to front suspension forks not allowing full inspection

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Lower frame rails slightly corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2022 42,397 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 28 Oct 2021 41,698 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2020 41,331 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2019 40,515 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 39,819 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 38,955 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 38,941 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 37,490 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 35,540 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 34,226 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 32,790 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2011 31,400 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 30,220 miles

Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 5 Sep 2009 28,308 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2008 26,011 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2007 24,663 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2006 22,005 miles

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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W268 HJO is a 2000 Suzuki VL1500 in Silver with a 1,462cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 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 W268 HJO, 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.

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What year was W268 HJO registered?

W268 HJO is a 2000 Suzuki VL1500, first registered on 1 August 2000.

Is W268 HJO safe to buy?

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