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Y438 BOJ

2001 Suzuki VL1500

Blue Petrol 1462cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2025
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

33,621 mi
Last recorded33,621 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2024
Typical for 2001 Suzuki VL150015,360 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY438 BOJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL1500
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,462cc
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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2024 33,621 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2023 33,265 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 32,997 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2018 32,997 miles

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

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 31 Aug 2016 31,718 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 31,518 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2009 30,114 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 28,724 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 25,487 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 23,414 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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Y438 BOJ is a 2001 Suzuki VL1500 in Blue with a 1,462cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 Y438 BOJ, 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 Y438 BOJ registered?

Y438 BOJ is a 2001 Suzuki VL1500, first registered on 1 July 2001.

Is Y438 BOJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y438 BOJ shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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