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W817 FUM

2000 Suzuki VL125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

17,034 mi
Last recorded17,034 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 2000 Suzuki VL12513,597 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW817 FUM
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 17,034 miles

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

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))

Rear tyre slightly perished

Fail 9 Sep 2025 17,034 miles

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

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

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear tyre slightly perished

Pass 27 Aug 2014 15,964 miles

bind in front brake

Pass 12 Jul 2013 15,877 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 21 Nov 2012 15,648 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 21 Nov 2012 15,646 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 14 Nov 2011 13,649 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Nov 2011 13,631 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

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

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

Pass 1 Nov 2010 10,731 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2009 8,311 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 3 Nov 2009 8,266 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 19 Dec 2008 5,746 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2008 5,746 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 12 Oct 2007 3,461 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 3,415 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
Full Suzuki VL125 reliability report

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W817 FUM 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 W817 FUM, 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 W817 FUM registered?

W817 FUM is a 2000 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 29 April 2000.

Is W817 FUM safe to buy?

The MOT history for W817 FUM 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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