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W526 JBA

2000 Suzuki VL125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

10,329 mi
Last recorded10,329 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2000 Suzuki VL12513,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW526 JBA
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 10,329 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced engine frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 20 May 2026 10,318 miles

Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

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))

Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced engine frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 17 May 2025 9,918 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 18 May 2024 9,012 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 May 2023 7,640 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 13 May 2022 5,999 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 May 2021 3,706 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2019 3,702 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 3,524 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2017 3,465 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 30 Jul 2016 3,444 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 30 Jul 2015 3,392 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 3,206 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Fail 22 Jul 2011 3,186 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 22 Jul 2011 3,186 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 3,051 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2009 2,889 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 28 Jul 2009 2,889 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 2,773 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 18 Jun 2007 2,627 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 18 Jun 2007 2,627 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 20 Jun 2006 2,470 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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W526 JBA is a 2000 Suzuki VL125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 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 W526 JBA, 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 W526 JBA registered?

W526 JBA is a 2000 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 1 March 2000.

Is W526 JBA safe to buy?

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