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X548 HBE

2000 Suzuki VL125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

16,635 mi
Last recorded16,635 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2015
Typical for 2000 Suzuki VL12513,597 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX548 HBE
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2015 16,635 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 1 Sep 2015 16,630 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 22 Jan 2015 16,013 miles

slight bind from frt brakes

Pass 19 Dec 2013 15,315 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2013 15,315 miles

Offside Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

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

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

Pass 15 Oct 2012 14,249 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 12,703 miles

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

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

Pass 7 May 2010 11,522 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2010 11,466 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 6 May 2009 8,639 miles
Fail 6 May 2009 8,639 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 7 May 2008 3,161 miles

Rear number plate coming loose

Slight play in rear cush drive

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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X548 HBE is a 2000 Suzuki VL125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 X548 HBE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X548 HBE registered?

X548 HBE is a 2000 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 1 September 2000.

Is X548 HBE safe to buy?

The MOT history for X548 HBE shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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