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W635 DWY

2000 Suzuki VL125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2026
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

27,654 mi
Last recorded27,654 miles
Recorded on2 May 2025
Typical for 2000 Suzuki VL12513,597 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW635 DWY
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 May 2025 27,654 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Apr 2024 26,484 miles

Exhaust noisy sports exhaust (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 22 Apr 2024 26,484 miles

Exhaust noisy sports exhaust (8.1.1 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements fitted full size plate (0.1 (d))

Pass 28 Apr 2023 23,090 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

drive chain sprockets worn

Pass 9 Apr 2022 19,322 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 May 2021 18,896 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2021 18,894 miles

Fuel system component leaking carburettor (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

split pin missing from rear brake torque arm.

Pass 12 Oct 2018 18,407 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 3 Aug 2018 18,401 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jul 2017 17,800 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 15,538 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2015 15,533 miles

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by cables caught on a projection both sides fowl on petrol tank (2.1.2c)

Pass 17 Feb 2014 14,916 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 18 Dec 2012 9,224 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2012 9,214 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 11 Jul 2011 6,414 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2011 6,411 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 20 Feb 2010 5,866 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 3,513 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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W635 DWY is a 2000 Suzuki VL125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 W635 DWY, 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 W635 DWY registered?

W635 DWY is a 2000 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 16 June 2000.

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