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X278 FDL

2000 Suzuki VL125

White Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

37,540 mi
Last recorded37,540 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2016
Typical for 2000 Suzuki VL12513,597 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX278 FDL
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year2000
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2016 37,540 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 16 Nov 2015 36,787 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 35,920 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2013 35,080 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 34,325 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2012 329 miles

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

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 7 Dec 2011

Centre Rear Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Fail 2 Dec 2011

Centre Rear Lower Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Front Headlamp dipped beam flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.2.2c)

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Centre Rear Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

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

Rear brake cable starting to stick

Rear tyre has a puncher

Thorn in rear tyre

Pass 25 Nov 2010

speedo stuck on trip mileage

Pass 26 Nov 2009 30,618 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Dec 2008 25,630 miles

Number plate is slightly cracked but can be easily read from 15 metres.

Pass 27 Dec 2007 24,818 miles

Advise no plate be changed

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 27 Dec 2007 24,818 miles

Advise no plate be changed

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 14 Dec 2006 21,613 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2006 21,613 miles

Centre Front Lower Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Nearside Front Lower Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Centre Front Lower Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

rear tyre low

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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X278 FDL is a 2000 Suzuki VL125 in White with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 X278 FDL, 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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X278 FDL is a 2000 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 1 September 2000.

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