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X287 RJW

2000 Suzuki VL1500

Silver Petrol 1462cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2027
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

5,287 mi
Last recorded5,287 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2026
Typical for 2000 Suzuki VL150018,755 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX287 RJW
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL1500
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,462cc
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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 4 Jul 2026 5,287 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Pass 18 Feb 2025 3,220 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2024 3,123 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2023 2,465 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 2,170 miles

front tyre perished/cracked

Pass 8 Jun 2020 1,663 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2020 1,662 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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X287 RJW is a 2000 Suzuki VL1500 in Silver with a 1,462cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 X287 RJW, 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

How do I check the history of X287 RJW?

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What year was X287 RJW registered?

X287 RJW is a 2000 Suzuki VL1500, first registered on 27 December 2000.

Is X287 RJW safe to buy?

The MOT history for X287 RJW shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does X287 RJW have outstanding finance?

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