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W849 YAL

2000 Suzuki VL125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

21,855 mi
Last recorded21,855 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2012
Typical for 2000 Suzuki VL12513,597 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW849 YAL
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2012 21,855 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 24 Sep 2011 17,737 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 15,136 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2010 15,136 miles

Front Horn is not a constant note (1.7.3c)

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

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Nearside Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Nearside Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Nearside Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

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

the customer is completley held responsible when he and the bike leaves this testing station this bike should not be used on the road due to the drive chain

Pass 12 Sep 2009 12,238 miles

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly bent. (4.2.1b)

Fail 12 Sep 2009 12,238 miles

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly bent. (4.2.1b)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 12 Sep 2008 10,388 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2007 8,132 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2007 8,132 miles

Brake pedal is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 13 Sep 2006 5,419 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2006 5,419 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (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
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W849 YAL is a 2000 Suzuki VL125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 W849 YAL, 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 W849 YAL registered?

W849 YAL is a 2000 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 1 March 2000.

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