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W453 VHB

2000 Suzuki VL125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2027
Tests18 (10 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

28,023 mi
Last recorded28,023 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2026
Typical for 2000 Suzuki VL12513,597 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW453 VHB
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 8 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2026 28,023 miles

Front At the time of test front mudguard missing

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Offside Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose Both silencers (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 2 Apr 2025 24,950 miles

Front At time of test no front mudgaurd fitted

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 31 Mar 2025 24,950 miles

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

Nearside Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front At time of test no front mudgaurd fitted

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 Apr 2024 22,238 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2024 22,225 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Front Tyre Cracking , Cord not exposed.

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

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Exhaust slightly loose Muffler (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2022 22,211 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Solo seat fitted at time of test, pillion footrests inoperable

Fail 27 Jun 2022 22,046 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Solo seat fitted at time of test, pillion footrests inoperable

Pass 16 Apr 2021 20,361 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 16 Apr 2021 20,361 miles

Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 29 Jun 2018 18,302 miles
Pass 3 May 2016

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 3 May 2016

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed 3-d effect letters (6.3.4b)

Pass 8 Apr 2015 12,792 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

Fail 8 Apr 2015 12,792 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

Pass 25 Mar 2014 9,590 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 17 Mar 2014 9,590 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Apr 2013 6,339 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 5 Apr 2013 6,339 miles

Offside Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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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W453 VHB is a 2000 Suzuki VL125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 W453 VHB, 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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W453 VHB is a 2000 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 2 May 2000.

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