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Y339 PFM

2001 Suzuki VL1500

Black Petrol 1462cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

19,017 mi
Last recorded19,017 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Suzuki VL150015,360 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY339 PFM
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL1500
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,462cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 19,017 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 16 Apr 2025 16,113 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 16 Apr 2025 16,113 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 8 Apr 2024 45,936 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 8 Apr 2024 45,936 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Mar 2023 44,871 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2020 44,034 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2019 43,669 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2019 43,666 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Sep 2017 40,456 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2017 40,456 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 17 Aug 2016 34,417 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 29,913 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 26,592 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 22,192 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 18,530 miles

Rear Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 4 Aug 2011 16,167 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 3 May 2008 14,713 miles
Pass 5 May 2007 13,966 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 12,766 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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Y339 PFM is a 2001 Suzuki VL1500 in Black with a 1,462cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 Y339 PFM, 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 Y339 PFM registered?

Y339 PFM is a 2001 Suzuki VL1500, first registered on 5 July 2001.

Is Y339 PFM safe to buy?

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