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DS51 ZVL

2002 Suzuki VL1500

Blue Petrol 1462cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

43,747 mi
Last recorded43,747 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 Suzuki VL150016,469 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS51 ZVL
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL1500
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,462cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 43,747 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2024 42,750 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2023 41,825 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2022 41,354 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 40,765 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 40,764 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 40,292 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 38,541 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 37,969 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 36,862 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 35,630 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 33,889 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 32,518 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 30,949 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2011 28,413 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 12 Aug 2011 28,413 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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DS51 ZVL is a 2002 Suzuki VL1500 in Blue with a 1,462cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2002 Suzuki VL1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 16,469 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its 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 DS51 ZVL, 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 24 years old, this Suzuki VL1500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DS51 ZVL?

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What year was DS51 ZVL registered?

DS51 ZVL is a 2002 Suzuki VL1500, first registered on 31 December 2002.

Is DS51 ZVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS51 ZVL shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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