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Y979 WNT

2001 Suzuki VL125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2017
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

20,372 mi
Last recorded20,372 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2016
Typical for 2001 Suzuki VL12512,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY979 WNT
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2016 20,372 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 19,431 miles

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

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

Fail 13 May 2013 19,399 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 25 Nov 2010 18,381 miles

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

Fail 24 Nov 2010 18,381 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Front Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

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

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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

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

Pass 21 Apr 2009 16,955 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2009 16,955 miles

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

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

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Front Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Horn is not a constant note (1.7.3c)

Rear Seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 24 Apr 2007 15,721 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 15,039 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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Y979 WNT is a 2001 Suzuki VL125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 Y979 WNT, 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 Y979 WNT registered?

Y979 WNT is a 2001 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 20 August 2001.

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