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Y38 BFX

2001 Suzuki VL1500

Black Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

19,630 mi
Last recorded19,630 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2019
Typical for 2001 Suzuki VL150015,360 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY38 BFX
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL1500
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2019 19,630 miles

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 27 Jun 2019 19,630 miles

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 27 Jun 2018 18,960 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 18,052 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 3 Jun 2016 17,400 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 16 Jun 2015 16,714 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 1 Jul 2014 15,397 miles

Rear Stop lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Pass 2 Jul 2013 14,090 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 13,420 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 12,900 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 12,007 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 10,240 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 7,003 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 5,713 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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Y38 BFX is a 2001 Suzuki VL1500 in Black with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 Y38 BFX, 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.

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What year was Y38 BFX registered?

Y38 BFX is a 2001 Suzuki VL1500, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is Y38 BFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y38 BFX shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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