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W489 FEC

2000 Suzuki VL1500

Red Petrol 1462cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2023
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,158 mi
Last recorded15,158 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2022
Typical for 2000 Suzuki VL150018,755 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW489 FEC
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL1500
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,462cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 11 Jul 2022 15,158 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2021 14,978 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2019 14,542 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2018 14,110 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2017 14,435 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 11,791 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 11,580 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 11,375 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 11,068 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2006 10,212 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki VL1500?

Based on 6,671 MOT tests across 548 vehicles.

87.8%
Pass Rate
772
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
548
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 75
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 41
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 37
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 21
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 18
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W489 FEC is a 2000 Suzuki VL1500 in Red with a 1,462cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2000 Suzuki VL1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 18,755 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki VL1500 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 75 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W489 FEC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki VL1500 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 26 years old, this Suzuki VL1500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W489 FEC registered?

W489 FEC is a 2000 Suzuki VL1500, first registered on 7 July 2000.

Is W489 FEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for W489 FEC shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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