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Y337 NPU

2001 Suzuki VL125

Green Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2023
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

31,644 mi
Last recorded31,644 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2022
Typical for 2001 Suzuki VL12512,762 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY337 NPU
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2022 31,644 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2022 31,644 miles

Rear Brake clevis joint insecure (1.1.15 (c))

Shock absorber insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c))

Pass 7 Sep 2021 31,586 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 31,581 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 20 Aug 2013 26,325 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2013 26,322 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 15 Sep 2011 24,749 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2011 24,738 miles

Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Brake component has an inadequate repair (3.1.5) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Sep 2010 19,933 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Fail 14 Sep 2010 19,888 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 14 Sep 2009 15,477 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 26 Aug 2009

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Rear Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Rear Brake locking device insecure (3.2.A1e) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Apr 2008 6,821 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 3,920 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 30 Aug 2007 3,920 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Pass 30 Jun 2006 3,881 miles

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

Fail 30 Jun 2006 3,881 miles

Front Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

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

Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

surface corrosion on drive chain

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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Y337 NPU is a 2001 Suzuki VL125 in Green with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 Y337 NPU, 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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Y337 NPU is a 2001 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 22 May 2001.

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