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Y417 KNA

2001 Suzuki VL125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2020
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

16,195 mi
Last recorded16,195 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2019
Typical for 2001 Suzuki VL12512,762 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY417 KNA
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2019 16,195 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

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

Fail 8 Jun 2019 16,195 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

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

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released Switch (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 15 Jun 2015 15,974 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

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

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

clutch operation stiff

Fail 9 Jun 2015 15,974 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d) DANGEROUS

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre has a bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h) DANGEROUS

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

clutch operation stiff

Pass 9 Jun 2014 14,002 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 27 Jun 2013 12,302 miles

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 27 Jun 2013 12,302 miles

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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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Y417 KNA is a 2001 Suzuki VL125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 Y417 KNA, 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 Y417 KNA registered?

Y417 KNA is a 2001 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 9 March 2001.

Is Y417 KNA safe to buy?

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