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W977 JJA

2000 Suzuki VL125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2025
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

26,180 mi
Last recorded26,180 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2024
Typical for 2000 Suzuki VL12513,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW977 JJA
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2024 26,180 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly bent (5.2.2 (d))

Lower Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Feb 2023 25,598 miles

Front Brake linkage worn, but not excessively (1.1.15 (b))

Pass 1 Mar 2022 24,673 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2022 24,573 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (4.1.3 (b))

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

gear change pedal locating clip missing'

Pass 13 Feb 2021 23,882 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2021 23,882 miles

Offside Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening insecure (6.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2020 62,273 miles

Rear Brake clevis joint worn, but not excessively (1.1.15 (b))

Rear Lower Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Pass 23 Feb 2019 61,013 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2019 61,010 miles

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2018 59,505 miles

Rear Brake linkage clevis joint slightly worn (3.2.A1d)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 20 Jun 2015 56,093 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 27 Jun 2013 50,715 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2012 41,855 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 20 Jun 2012 41,855 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 35,702 miles

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Fail 12 Jun 2010 31,037 miles

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Pass 12 Jun 2010 31,037 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2006 26,393 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2006 26,332 miles

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

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

Front Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a) DANGEROUS

Front All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

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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W977 JJA is a 2000 Suzuki VL125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 W977 JJA, 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 W977 JJA registered?

W977 JJA is a 2000 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 10 May 2000.

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