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W271 MDT

2000 Suzuki VL125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

20,562 mi
Last recorded20,562 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2012
Typical for 2000 Suzuki VL12513,597 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW271 MDT
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2012 20,562 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2012 20,562 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 27 Jul 2011 17,162 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2011 17,162 miles

Rear Brake pedal cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Pass 18 Aug 2010 14,389 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2010 14,389 miles

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)

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

Pass 25 Jun 2009 7,253 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 6,258 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2008 6,258 miles

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

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 3 Jul 2007 1,657 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 929 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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W271 MDT is a 2000 Suzuki VL125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 W271 MDT, 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 W271 MDT registered?

W271 MDT is a 2000 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 2 June 2000.

Is W271 MDT safe to buy?

The MOT history for W271 MDT shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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