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Y863 FHG

2001 Suzuki VL1500

Yellow Petrol 1462cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2019
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,691 mi
Last recorded24,691 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2018
Typical for 2001 Suzuki VL150015,360 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY863 FHG
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL1500
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,462cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 19 Apr 2018 24,691 miles

Brake fluid residue around rear reservoir

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 21 Apr 2017 24,279 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 23,529 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 22,626 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 22,605 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 22,292 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 27 Jul 2009 20,508 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 3 Jul 2008 19,919 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 8 Jun 2007 17,667 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 15,210 miles

front tyre on legal limit

How Reliable is the Suzuki VL1500?

Based on 6,671 MOT tests across 548 vehicles.

87.8%
Pass Rate
772
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
548
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 75
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 41
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 37
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 21
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 18
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Y863 FHG is a 2001 Suzuki VL1500 in Yellow with a 1,462cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki VL1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 15,360 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki VL1500 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 75 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y863 FHG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki VL1500 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 25 years old, this Suzuki VL1500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y863 FHG registered?

Y863 FHG is a 2001 Suzuki VL1500, first registered on 1 May 2001.

Is Y863 FHG safe to buy?

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