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W527 RYC

2000 Suzuki VL125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2026
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

36,023 mi
Last recorded36,023 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2025
Typical for 2000 Suzuki VL12513,597 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW527 RYC
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2025 36,023 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2025 36,014 miles

Fuel cap ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Feb 2022 35,715 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Jan 2021 35,692 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 18 Jan 2020 35,504 miles

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2019 31,173 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2018 29,560 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 28,747 miles

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 14 Jun 2011 28,656 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 1 Jul 2010 25,978 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2010 25,820 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 16 Jun 2009 24,323 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2009 24,323 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2006 24,312 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2006 24,302 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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
Full Suzuki VL125 reliability report

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W527 RYC is a 2000 Suzuki VL125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 W527 RYC, 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 W527 RYC registered?

W527 RYC is a 2000 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 6 June 2000.

Is W527 RYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for W527 RYC shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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