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Y37 JOW

2001 Suzuki VL125

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

21,375 mi
Last recorded21,375 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2009
Typical for 2001 Suzuki VL12512,762 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY37 JOW
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2009 21,375 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2009 21,330 miles

Rear Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 18 Aug 2008 19,592 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 14,890 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2005 13,985 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2005 13,978 miles

Rear Brake performance not tested (3.3)

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Rear Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d) DANGEROUS

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

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

front wheel spacers fitted the wrong way around but not affecting security or steering.

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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Y37 JOW is a 2001 Suzuki VL125 in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 Y37 JOW, 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 Y37 JOW registered?

Y37 JOW is a 2001 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 1 July 2001.

Is Y37 JOW safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y37 JOW shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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