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X522 CTA

2000 Suzuki VL1500

Silver Petrol 1462cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

33,164 mi
Last recorded33,164 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2000 Suzuki VL150018,755 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX522 CTA
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL1500
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,462cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 33,164 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 7 May 2025 31,384 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2024 30,258 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2023 29,252 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2022 27,092 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2021 27,065 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 26,740 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 24,225 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Jun 2016 23,012 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 18 Jun 2016 23,012 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 12 Jun 2015 21,665 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

both tyres at legal limit

Pass 30 Jun 2014 20,367 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 25 May 2013 18,965 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Jul 2011 17,995 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 17,686 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 19 Sep 2008 16,036 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 19 Sep 2008 16,036 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Aug 2007 13,684 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2006 12,194 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Jul 2005 10,652 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 29 Jun 2005 10,557 miles

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

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

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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X522 CTA is a 2000 Suzuki VL1500 in Silver with a 1,462cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 X522 CTA, 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 X522 CTA?

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What year was X522 CTA registered?

X522 CTA is a 2000 Suzuki VL1500, first registered on 26 October 2000.

Is X522 CTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for X522 CTA shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does X522 CTA have outstanding finance?

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