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Y252 XEB

2001 Suzuki VL125

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2023
Tests13 (6 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate46.2%

Mileage

158 mi
Last recorded158 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2022
Typical for 2001 Suzuki VL12512,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY252 XEB
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass 7 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2022 158 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2022 158 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2017 8 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2017 3 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Fail 17 Apr 2015 16,641 miles

Fuel cap mounting flange/sealing method defective (7.2.2c)

Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Offside Headlamp switch insecure (1.2.4)

Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear tyre has slightly perished

Fail 17 Apr 2015 16,630 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 20 Nov 2014

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 24 Oct 2013 15,909 miles

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

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 1 Oct 2012 15,245 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2012 15,245 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.6)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 11 Oct 2011 12,394 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2006 12,373 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2006 12,373 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

number plate cracked

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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Y252 XEB is a 2001 Suzuki VL125 in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 46.2%.

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 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 Y252 XEB, 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 Y252 XEB registered?

Y252 XEB is a 2001 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 15 August 2001.

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