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CX05 BYA

2005 Suzuki VL125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

11,939 mi
Last recorded11,939 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki VL12512,477 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX05 BYA
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2025 11,939 miles

Both tyres cracked

Pass 4 Jul 2024 7,017 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2024 7,017 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 3 Jul 2023 1,332 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2022 1,043 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2022 1,043 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak Front Fork Oil Seal Leaking (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 May 2021 1,041 miles
Fail 19 May 2021 1,041 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 27 Feb 2020 555 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 361 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 346 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2008 346 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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CX05 BYA is a 2005 Suzuki VL125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki VL125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 12,477 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 CX05 BYA, 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 21 years old, this Suzuki VL125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CX05 BYA registered?

CX05 BYA is a 2005 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 18 August 2005.

Is CX05 BYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX05 BYA shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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