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W823 UGY

2000 Suzuki VL125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2024
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

20,528 mi
Last recorded20,528 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2023
Typical for 2000 Suzuki VL12513,597 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW823 UGY
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2023 20,528 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 May 2021 19,332 miles

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

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

Rear tyre starting to perish in tread,

Fail 1 May 2021 19,331 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Rear tyre starting to perish in tread,

Pass 29 Apr 2020 15,574 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Solid part of throttle cable very slightly touches the tank but not before the lock stop

Pass 16 Mar 2011 14,215 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2011 14,215 miles

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 29 Mar 2010 11,432 miles

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

roller brake test indicates a slightly binding front brake

Fail 21 Jun 2006 10,960 miles

Brake pedal is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Front suspension assembly component excessively misaligned (2.3.1)

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

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

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

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

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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W823 UGY is a 2000 Suzuki VL125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 W823 UGY, 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 W823 UGY registered?

W823 UGY is a 2000 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 20 May 2000.

Is W823 UGY safe to buy?

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