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W801 OKY

2000 Suzuki VL125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2021
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

33,078 mi
Last recorded33,078 miles
Recorded on2 May 2025
Typical for 2000 Suzuki VL12513,597 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW801 OKY
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Fail 2 May 2025 33,078 miles

Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Wheel spoke cracked (5.2.2 (d))

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

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

Pass 30 Sep 2020 33,071 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

Fail 24 Sep 2020 33,071 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

Pass 29 Apr 2019 26,480 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 Apr 2018 23,098 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 22,803 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2015 22,802 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 22,210 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 18,908 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 13 Jul 2012 18,908 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

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

Front Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d) DANGEROUS

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2) DANGEROUS

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

cannot check exhaust noise as not running

Pass 15 Jul 2011 18,832 miles

rear number plate slightly delaminated

Pass 4 Sep 2006 16,932 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 25 Aug 2006 16,843 miles

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

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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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W801 OKY is a 2000 Suzuki VL125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 W801 OKY, 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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W801 OKY is a 2000 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 21 August 2000.

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