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Y745 NBY

2001 Suzuki VL125

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

15,043 mi
Last recorded15,043 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2015
Typical for 2001 Suzuki VL12512,762 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY745 NBY
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2015 15,043 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 25 Aug 2015 14,999 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 29 Aug 2014 12,330 miles

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

Fail 20 Aug 2014 12,264 miles

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

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

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

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

Fail 31 Aug 2013 8,012 miles

Rear Brake pedal is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 31 Aug 2013 8,012 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 7,039 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 6,776 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2010 6,417 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2008 5,681 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2007 5,149 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 26 Sep 2006 4,540 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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Y745 NBY is a 2001 Suzuki VL125 in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 Y745 NBY, 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 Y745 NBY registered?

Y745 NBY is a 2001 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 23 March 2001.

Is Y745 NBY safe to buy?

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