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W387 WTU

2000 Suzuki VL125

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2018
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

19,230 mi
Last recorded19,230 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2017
Typical for 2000 Suzuki VL12513,597 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW387 WTU
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2017 19,230 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

corrosion to swinging arm around shock mount

Fail 16 Feb 2017 19,230 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

corrosion to swinging arm around shock mount

Pass 14 Jan 2016 18,218 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 6 Jan 2016 18,218 miles

Front Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.6)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 6 Nov 2014 13,461 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2013 11,916 miles

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

Fail 11 Nov 2013 11,916 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

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

Pass 4 Dec 2012 10,586 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2011 9,362 miles

clutch cable starting to seize

Pass 15 Nov 2010 7,478 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2009 5,582 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2009 5,580 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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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W387 WTU is a 2000 Suzuki VL125 in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 W387 WTU, 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 W387 WTU registered?

W387 WTU is a 2000 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 13 April 2000.

Is W387 WTU safe to buy?

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