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Y296 LRA

2001 Suzuki VL125

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

30,224 mi
Last recorded30,224 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Suzuki VL12512,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY296 LRA
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 30,224 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2025 29,923 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2024 27,598 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2024 27,598 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2023 22,843 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2022 19,315 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2021 19,292 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

rear swinging arm corroded

Fail 9 Apr 2021 19,265 miles

Rear Brake reaction bracket excessively worn insecure (1.1.15 (b))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

rear swinging arm corroded

Pass 30 Mar 2020 19,222 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2019 18,046 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2018 17,084 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2018 17,078 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 15 Mar 2017 15,700 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 14,087 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 2 Apr 2015 12,790 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 17 Apr 2012 11,577 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 10,265 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2010 8,456 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 6,803 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 4,501 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 4,247 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 30 Jun 2006 4,206 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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Y296 LRA is a 2001 Suzuki VL125 in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 Y296 LRA, 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 Y296 LRA registered?

Y296 LRA is a 2001 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 20 July 2001.

Is Y296 LRA safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y296 LRA shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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