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YJ53 ZFM

2003 Suzuki VL125

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

14,022 mi
Last recorded14,022 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki VL12510,943 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ53 ZFM
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2026 14,022 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2025 13,766 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2019 10,999 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2018 9,748 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 9,443 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2015 7,395 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 7,381 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2013 7,376 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

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

Fail 1 Oct 2011 9,780 miles

Front Plate brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.B1a)

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 1 Oct 2011 9,780 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2010 5,107 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 30 Sep 2010 5,107 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2009 2,261 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2006 1,903 miles

firefly valve caps may cause tyres to suddenly deflate

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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YJ53 ZFM is a 2003 Suzuki VL125 in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2003 Suzuki VL125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 10,943 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 YJ53 ZFM, 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 23 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 YJ53 ZFM registered?

YJ53 ZFM is a 2003 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 18 October 2003.

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The MOT history for YJ53 ZFM shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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