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Y293 NLY

2001 Suzuki VL1500

Yellow Petrol 1462cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

15,007 mi
Last recorded15,007 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Suzuki VL150015,360 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY293 NLY
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL1500
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,462cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 15,007 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2025 14,706 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2024 14,282 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2023 14,137 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 13,982 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 13,547 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2021 13,547 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 27 May 2020 12,066 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 11,149 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 11,061 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Aug 2016 10,867 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2015 10,749 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2014 10,358 miles

both front and rear brake pads showing corrosion on metal backing plate

Pass 3 Aug 2012 10,108 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 9,835 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 9,588 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 9,223 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 8,690 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 8,203 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 7,526 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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Y293 NLY is a 2001 Suzuki VL1500 in Yellow with a 1,462cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki VL1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 15,360 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 Y293 NLY, 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 25 years old, this Suzuki VL1500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y293 NLY registered?

Y293 NLY is a 2001 Suzuki VL1500, first registered on 20 July 2001.

Is Y293 NLY safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y293 NLY shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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