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W284 SCU

2000 Suzuki VL125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2026
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

23,057 mi
Last recorded23,057 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2025
Typical for 2000 Suzuki VL12513,597 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW284 SCU
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2025 23,057 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2025 23,057 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 29 May 2025 23,052 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2023 22,947 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2023 22,947 miles

Brake pivot has restricted free movement semi seized (1.1.15 (e))

Pass 5 Jul 2022 22,888 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Horn slightly loose (7.7 (b))

Pass 7 May 2021 27,797 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 Aug 2019 22,745 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front mudguard missing

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Jul 2018 22,696 miles

Front mud guard not fitted at time off test

Fail 18 Jul 2018 22,695 miles

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

Rear Brake linkage has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Front mud guard not fitted at time off test

Rear Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements foot brake lever sticking on (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 May 2017 22,593 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2017 22,587 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Jul 2015 22,402 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 16 Apr 2014 21,734 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 16 Apr 2014 21,734 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Apr 2013 20,477 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 20,370 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2009 20,082 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 18 Apr 2009 20,082 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 19,804 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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W284 SCU is a 2000 Suzuki VL125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 W284 SCU, 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 W284 SCU registered?

W284 SCU is a 2000 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 25 August 2000.

Is W284 SCU safe to buy?

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