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W496 EEV

2000 Suzuki VL125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

11,589 mi
Last recorded11,589 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 2000 Suzuki VL12513,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW496 EEV
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 11,589 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front disc worn pitted but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Aug 2020 11,585 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2014 11,176 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 10,379 miles

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 20 Apr 2013 10,379 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 8 Mar 2012 9,738 miles

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

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 2 Mar 2012 9,738 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 5 Nov 2010 9,124 miles

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

rear plate cracked can still be read

Pass 11 Aug 2007 9,088 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

front brake rubbing slightly

Pass 8 Aug 2006 9,013 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

f/brake rubbing slightly

Pass 2 Aug 2005 4,610 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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W496 EEV 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 81.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 W496 EEV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W496 EEV registered?

W496 EEV is a 2000 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 15 August 2000.

Is W496 EEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for W496 EEV shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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