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Y804 HET

2001 Suzuki VL125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

39,590 mi
Last recorded39,590 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Suzuki VL12512,762 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY804 HET
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2025 39,590 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 29 Aug 2025 39,562 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Aug 2024 33,463 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2023 30,212 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Motorcycle structure is modified but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Pass 3 May 2022 29,046 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Motorcycle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned frame deformed and mis-aligned but not adversely affecting handling. (2.4 (a))

Pass 3 Mar 2021 23,730 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 3 Mar 2021 23,727 miles

Headlamp aim not tested main beam (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Mar 2020 21,655 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

rear brake pedal has some travel

Pass 22 Feb 2019 14,839 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 22 Feb 2019 14,839 miles

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))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Mar 2018 14,779 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 15 Mar 2018 14,779 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 10 Dec 2015 14,169 miles

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

Fail 10 Dec 2015 14,169 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 18 Sep 2014 12,524 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2013 12,524 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

slight cracking starting to show on rear tyre side wall

Pass 3 Nov 2012 9,238 miles

chains and sprokets showing signs of wear

front tyre getting close to legal limit

Pass 24 Nov 2011 5,333 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 5,166 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2009 5,166 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 6 Aug 2008 4,614 miles

Front Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

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

Fail 9 Oct 2007 4,614 miles

Front Motorcycle structure excessively damaged (6.1.1a)

Pass 1 Apr 2006 4,534 miles

Front Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

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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Y804 HET is a 2001 Suzuki VL125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 Y804 HET, 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 Y804 HET registered?

Y804 HET is a 2001 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 1 April 2001.

Is Y804 HET safe to buy?

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