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DP57 BPF

2008 Suzuki VL1500

Black Petrol 1462cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

36,499 mi
Last recorded36,499 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki VL150017,127 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDP57 BPF
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL1500
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,462cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2025 36,499 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2022 36,487 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Aug 2020 36,356 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2019 35,461 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2018 33,411 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2017 30,498 miles

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

Pass 3 Jan 2017 30,495 miles

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

Fail 3 Jan 2017 30,495 miles

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

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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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DP57 BPF is a 2008 Suzuki VL1500 in Black with a 1,462cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki VL1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 17,127 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 DP57 BPF, 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 18 years old, this Suzuki VL1500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DP57 BPF registered?

DP57 BPF is a 2008 Suzuki VL1500, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is DP57 BPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DP57 BPF shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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