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X424 HFA

2000 Suzuki VL1500

Black Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

46,146 mi
Last recorded46,146 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 2000 Suzuki VL150018,755 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX424 HFA
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL1500
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2025 46,146 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Oct 2025 46,146 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2024 44,703 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Sep 2023 42,326 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Fail 21 Sep 2023 42,326 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Sep 2022 40,579 miles

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

Fail 14 Sep 2022 40,579 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2021 39,159 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2021 39,159 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Jun 2020 38,404 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 38,064 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2019 38,064 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Aug 2016 38,058 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 37,720 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Apr 2014 34,106 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2013 33,221 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Apr 2013 33,221 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2011 31,728 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 18 Aug 2010 31,045 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 28,747 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 25,710 miles

1 slight corrosion on rear shock

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

Pass 3 May 2007 23,756 miles

Centre Rear Lower Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 2 May 2006 19,029 miles

headlamp converter fitted exhaust baffles fitted

Pass 17 Dec 2005 18,926 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2005 18,926 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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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X424 HFA is a 2000 Suzuki VL1500 in Black with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 X424 HFA, 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 X424 HFA registered?

X424 HFA is a 2000 Suzuki VL1500, first registered on 1 October 2000.

Is X424 HFA safe to buy?

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