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Y81 XFV

2001 Suzuki VL125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

14,330 mi
Last recorded14,330 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2026
Typical for 2001 Suzuki VL12512,762 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY81 XFV
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2026 14,330 miles

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 12 Jun 2025 12,559 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 9,750 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 9,483 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

clutch cabel needs oiling very stiff

Fail 17 May 2011 9,483 miles

Front Front position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

clutch cabel needs oiling very stiff

Pass 22 Sep 2009 7,424 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 21 Sep 2009 7,424 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

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

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 27 Jan 2009 6,858 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2009 6,858 miles

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

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

Rear Wheel spoke excessively bent (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

front wheel is binding in reverse rotation.

Pass 2 Feb 2008 4,938 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 1,797 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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Y81 XFV is a 2001 Suzuki VL125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 Y81 XFV, 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 Y81 XFV registered?

Y81 XFV is a 2001 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 10 April 2001.

Is Y81 XFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y81 XFV shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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