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X271 KHB

2001 Suzuki VL125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2020
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

25,255 mi
Last recorded25,255 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2019
Typical for 2001 Suzuki VL12512,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX271 KHB
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2019 25,255 miles

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

Fail 16 Jul 2019 25,255 miles

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

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 15 Jun 2018 22,901 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2017 15,889 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 14,707 miles

Steel handle bars slightly deformed

Pass 6 Jan 2015 14,296 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 128,823 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2013 12,823 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Rear Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 31 May 2012 9,639 miles
Fail 29 May 2012 9,639 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 13 May 2011 6,481 miles

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

horn mounting broken

Fail 28 Apr 2010 5,789 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

front tyre 2.5mm

rear tyre 2mm

Pass 28 Apr 2010 5,789 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

front tyre 2.5mm

rear tyre 2mm

Pass 10 Feb 2009 4,645 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 4,619 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2007 4,619 miles

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 14 Feb 2006 4,249 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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X271 KHB is a 2001 Suzuki VL125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki VL125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 12,762 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 X271 KHB, 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 25 years old, this Suzuki VL125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was X271 KHB registered?

X271 KHB is a 2001 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 24 January 2001.

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