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Y552 NLO

2001 Suzuki VL125

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

26,349 mi
Last recorded26,349 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2026
Typical for 2001 Suzuki VL12512,762 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY552 NLO
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2026 26,349 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2025 26,349 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 25 Apr 2024 26,308 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 25,741 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2017 25,741 miles

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Pass 29 Sep 2016 24,990 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 29 Sep 2016 24,990 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 1 Oct 2015 23,781 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 23,495 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2013 23,495 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2012 21,563 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2012 21,563 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Oct 2011 19,599 miles

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

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

lights slightly flicker when handlebars turned from lock to lock

Pass 8 Jun 2010 17,625 miles

Centre Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 2 Jul 2009 16,986 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 16,974 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

front tyre wall starting to perish

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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Y552 NLO is a 2001 Suzuki VL125 in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 Y552 NLO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y552 NLO registered?

Y552 NLO is a 2001 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 8 May 2001.

Is Y552 NLO safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y552 NLO shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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