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YA02 ZED

2002 Suzuki VL125

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

35,734 mi
Last recorded35,734 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2025
Typical for 2002 Suzuki VL12513,152 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA02 ZED
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2025 35,734 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Nearside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Fail 29 Jan 2025 35,734 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Front Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 15 Sep 2023 32,623 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 14 Sep 2023 32,623 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

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

Wiring all trapped and damaged at front lower fork clamps. Lights/Indicator wiring cut through by steering lockstops

Pass 14 Sep 2022 29,399 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Sep 2021 25,179 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 11 Sep 2021 25,170 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 21 May 2020 22,845 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2018 20,955 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 17 Oct 2018 20,694 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Sep 2017 17,226 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2016 14,364 miles

Front slight brake bind

Pass 19 Oct 2015 13,835 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 13,809 miles

Front brake dragging slightly when vehicle reversing

Pass 28 Aug 2012 13,774 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 13,658 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 11,899 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 8,117 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2008 7,831 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 5,082 miles

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

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Pass 29 Jun 2006 2,994 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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YA02 ZED is a 2002 Suzuki VL125 in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2002 Suzuki VL125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 13,152 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 YA02 ZED, 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 24 years old, this Suzuki VL125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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YA02 ZED is a 2002 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 3 July 2002.

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