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X696 WAU

2000 Suzuki VL1500

White Petrol 1462cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2022
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

24,268 mi
Last recorded24,268 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2021
Typical for 2000 Suzuki VL150018,755 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX696 WAU
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL1500
Year2000
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,462cc
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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2021 24,268 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 24,252 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 3 Sep 2016 23,835 miles

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 5 Sep 2015 23,372 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 22,562 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2014 22,562 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 31 Aug 2013 21,885 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2013 21,884 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 1 Sep 2012 20,998 miles

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 3 Sep 2011 19,773 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 18,582 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 17,247 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2009 17,228 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2008 15,946 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2008 15,945 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2007 14,299 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 12,623 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2005 10,863 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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X696 WAU is a 2000 Suzuki VL1500 in White with a 1,462cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 X696 WAU, 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.

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What year was X696 WAU registered?

X696 WAU is a 2000 Suzuki VL1500, first registered on 1 September 2000.

Is X696 WAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for X696 WAU shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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