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Y826 FTT

2001 Suzuki VL125

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

19,349 mi
Last recorded19,349 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Suzuki VL12512,762 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY826 FTT
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2025 19,349 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 8 Aug 2025 19,349 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Wheel spindle loose (5.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2024 18,344 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 Jul 2023 17,754 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Fail 29 Jul 2023 17,754 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 1 Feb 2022 17,746 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 29 Jan 2022 17,746 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 Dec 2020 17,714 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 12 Dec 2020 17,712 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly Very stiff action (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Jun 2019 17,130 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 16,707 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 16,068 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 15,365 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 14,278 miles

front and rear tyre perished

Fail 12 Sep 2013

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Offside Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Pass 12 Sep 2013

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 12 Sep 2012 11,209 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

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

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

nearside rear indicator damaged . o/s riders foot rest bent .

Fail 3 Apr 2012

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

nearside rear indicator damaged . o/s riders foot rest bent .

Pass 14 Apr 2011 9,000 miles

Both tyres slightly perishing

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

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

Fail 14 Apr 2011 9,000 miles

Both tyres slightly perishing

Front Brake hose fouling (3.2.B3b)

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2009 8,652 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 8,304 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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Y826 FTT is a 2001 Suzuki VL125 in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 Y826 FTT, 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 Y826 FTT registered?

Y826 FTT is a 2001 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 15 August 2001.

Is Y826 FTT safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y826 FTT shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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