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W931 FUM

2000 Suzuki VL125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2025
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

29,566 mi
Last recorded29,566 miles
Recorded on13 May 2024
Typical for 2000 Suzuki VL12513,597 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW931 FUM
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 May 2024 29,566 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Rear Wheel damaged but not to excess Wheel Hub (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2022 28,311 miles

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

Fail 9 Sep 2022 28,311 miles

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

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 10 Sep 2021 24,840 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2020 23,372 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2019 19,648 miles

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

Fail 15 Oct 2019 19,648 miles

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

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2018 15,985 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2018 15,979 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp reflector seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 13 Sep 2016 15,943 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2016 15,943 miles

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

Fail 23 May 2015 15,824 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2015 15,824 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 15,724 miles

nearside mirror missing

Fail 3 Apr 2014 15,724 miles

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

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

nearside mirror missing

Pass 26 Jul 2013 14,891 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 28 Jun 2012 14,014 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 12,154 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 16 Jun 2011 12,142 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 16 Jun 2010 10,542 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 10,309 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
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W931 FUM is a 2000 Suzuki VL125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 W931 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 W931 FUM registered?

W931 FUM is a 2000 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 1 March 2000.

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