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W276 WBK

2000 Suzuki VL125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2017
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

14,563 mi
Last recorded14,563 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2016
Typical for 2000 Suzuki VL12513,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW276 WBK
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2016 14,563 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly misaligned (2.3.1)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 18 Jun 2016 14,563 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly misaligned (2.3.1)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 17 Jun 2015 12,598 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

nearside front fork seal perished

Pass 30 Jun 2012 11,868 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

front tyre perished

Fail 29 Jun 2012 11,861 miles

Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Rear Wheel spoke cracked. (4.2.1b)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 30 Jun 2010 9,119 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 1 May 2010 9,054 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Rear Brake linkage has abnormal movement due to maladjustment (3.2.A1i) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e) DANGEROUS

Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c) DANGEROUS

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Apr 2009 8,639 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2009 8,639 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 10 Apr 2007 6,637 miles

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

Fail 28 Mar 2007 6,593 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear Brake pedal cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

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

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

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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W276 WBK is a 2000 Suzuki VL125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 W276 WBK, 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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W276 WBK is a 2000 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 20 March 2000.

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