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W896 UAW

2000 Suzuki VL125

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

12,189 mi
Last recorded12,189 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 2000 Suzuki VL12513,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW896 UAW
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2025 12,189 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 11,975 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 10,830 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2014 9,199 miles

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

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

Pass 3 Apr 2014 9,199 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 7,329 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2013 7,329 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

Pass 14 Apr 2012 6,773 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 17 Apr 2008 12,510 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2008 12,507 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

rear tyre under inflated

Pass 23 Mar 2007 11,858 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

the rear cushdrive is worn but not excesive

Pass 3 Mar 2006 11,087 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2006 11,087 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Rear wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.4.A.2c)

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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W896 UAW is a 2000 Suzuki VL125 in Blue 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 W896 UAW, 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 W896 UAW registered?

W896 UAW is a 2000 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 1 March 2000.

Is W896 UAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for W896 UAW shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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