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Y713 COT

2001 Suzuki VL125

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2020
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

31,109 mi
Last recorded31,109 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2019
Typical for 2001 Suzuki VL12512,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY713 COT
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2019 31,109 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

gear linkage worn

Fail 3 Sep 2019 31,100 miles

Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Tyre incorrect because a radial tyre is fitted to the front and a cross-ply or bias belted tyre fitted to the rear (5.2.3 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

gear linkage worn

Pass 16 Jun 2018 29,301 miles

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

Fail 15 Jun 2018 29,275 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Position lamp missing (4.2.1 (a))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Rear Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

SEAT RIPPED/DAMAGED BUT STILL SECURE AT THE TIME OF TEST

Pass 17 Nov 2016 29,051 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 31 Oct 2016 28,916 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Centre Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 7 Nov 2015 27,820 miles

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 17 Apr 2014 27,791 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2014 27,791 miles

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

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

front wheel spacers are fitted incorrectly

Pass 8 Apr 2013 26,969 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Fail 6 Apr 2013 26,969 miles

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2012 26,231 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2012 26,220 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Apr 2011 22,572 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2011 22,572 miles

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

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Pass 9 Jul 2009 17,894 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 16,328 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 25 May 2007 11,475 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 30 May 2006 7,305 miles

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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Y713 COT is a 2001 Suzuki VL125 in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 Y713 COT, 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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Y713 COT is a 2001 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 12 July 2001.

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