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WK53 BFJ

2003 Suzuki VL125

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2020
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

16,096 mi
Last recorded16,096 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2019
Typical for 2003 Suzuki VL12510,943 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK53 BFJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2019 16,096 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2019 16,095 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Rear Position lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2017 14,644 miles

Offside Rear Outer Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

no indicators or switches fitted.

Fail 23 Oct 2017 14,644 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim too high headlight needed adjustment at station. (1.6)

Nearside Rear Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread number plate replased at station. (6.3.4b)

Offside Rear Outer Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

no indicators or switches fitted.

Pass 31 Oct 2012 14,066 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2012 14,066 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 5 Oct 2011 12,873 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 12,855 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2008 12,843 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Fail 1 Feb 2007 8,245 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

Pass 1 Feb 2007 8,245 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

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
Full Suzuki VL125 reliability report

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WK53 BFJ is a 2003 Suzuki VL125 in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2003 Suzuki VL125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 10,943 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 WK53 BFJ, 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 23 years old, this Suzuki VL125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WK53 BFJ registered?

WK53 BFJ is a 2003 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 9 September 2003.

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