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Y767 FTW

2001 Suzuki VL125

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2023
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

Typical for 2001 Suzuki VL12512,762 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY767 FTW
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2022

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 17 Mar 2021 26,532 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 26,380 miles

Front tyre casing cracking

Pass 5 Sep 2018 26,295 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 25,803 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 24,202 miles

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

Fail 13 Aug 2016 24,178 miles

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

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2015 21,381 miles

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

Fail 11 Jul 2015 21,381 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

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

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2014 20,620 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 28 Jun 2014 20,620 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 22 Jun 2013 19,614 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 9 Jun 2012 17,710 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2012 17,710 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 12 May 2011 13,302 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 29,284 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 6 Aug 2010 29,284 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 5 Aug 2008 23,498 miles

Front Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Fail 5 Aug 2008 23,498 miles

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

Front Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

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

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 13 Jul 2007 16,134 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 12,799 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2006 12,799 miles

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

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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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Y767 FTW is a 2001 Suzuki VL125 in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 Y767 FTW, 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 Y767 FTW registered?

Y767 FTW is a 2001 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 13 March 2001.

Is Y767 FTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y767 FTW shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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