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Y197 KBN

2001 Suzuki VL125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2022
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

10,858 mi
Last recorded10,858 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2021
Typical for 2001 Suzuki VL12512,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY197 KBN
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2021 10,858 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 10,844 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 10,541 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Gear change pedal locking devise missing

Fail 2 Sep 2019 10,541 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Gear change pedal locking devise missing

Pass 21 Aug 2010 10,297 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 24 Aug 2009 8,985 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 24 Aug 2009 8,985 miles

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 19 Aug 2008 7,333 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 7,154 miles

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

sprockets & chain showing signs of wear.

Pass 25 Mar 2006 6,919 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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Y197 KBN is a 2001 Suzuki VL125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 Y197 KBN, 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.

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What year was Y197 KBN registered?

Y197 KBN is a 2001 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 23 May 2001.

Is Y197 KBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y197 KBN shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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