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Y186 BSC

2001 Suzuki VL125

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2024
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

15,515 mi
Last recorded15,515 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2023
Typical for 2001 Suzuki VL12512,762 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY186 BSC
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2023 15,515 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 14 Oct 2021

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 14 Oct 2021

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Mar 2015 13,299 miles

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 9 Oct 2013 13,198 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 12,988 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2012 12,988 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 23 Aug 2011 11,494 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 11,383 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 14 Jul 2009 11,177 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 14 Jul 2009 11,177 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake pedal is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 15 Jul 2008 10,357 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 8,685 miles

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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Y186 BSC is a 2001 Suzuki VL125 in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki VL125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 12,762 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 Y186 BSC, 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 25 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 Y186 BSC registered?

Y186 BSC is a 2001 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 20 April 2001.

Is Y186 BSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y186 BSC shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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