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X185 VVW

2000 Suzuki VL1500

Black Petrol 1462cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Oct 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

44,002 mi
Last recorded44,002 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2000 Suzuki VL150018,755 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX185 VVW
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL1500
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,462cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 44,002 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 Sep 2024 39,444 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 Apr 2023 35,989 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2022 35,267 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2020 34,362 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2019 33,255 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 31,967 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 29,579 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 28 Mar 2017 29,579 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 17 Mar 2016 26,792 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 23,796 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2014 19,072 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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

Pass 28 Mar 2014 19,072 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2012 18,860 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 18,728 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 18,346 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2008 18,010 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2007 17,611 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2006 16,923 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2005 15,634 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki VL1500?

Based on 6,671 MOT tests across 548 vehicles.

87.8%
Pass Rate
772
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
548
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 75
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 41
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 37
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 21
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 18
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X185 VVW is a 2000 Suzuki VL1500 in Black with a 1,462cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2000 Suzuki VL1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 18,755 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki VL1500 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 75 recorded failures. If you're considering buying X185 VVW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki VL1500 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 26 years old, this Suzuki VL1500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X185 VVW registered?

X185 VVW is a 2000 Suzuki VL1500, first registered on 5 December 2000.

Is X185 VVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for X185 VVW shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does X185 VVW have outstanding finance?

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