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DS52 XWB

2002 Suzuki VL1500

Black Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,066 mi
Last recorded18,066 miles
Recorded on30 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Suzuki VL150016,469 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS52 XWB
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL1500
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 30 May 2026 18,066 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Aug 2024 17,955 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Jun 2023 17,198 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2022 15,351 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 13,915 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

uneven tyre tread still within limit

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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DS52 XWB is a 2002 Suzuki VL1500 in Black with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DS52 XWB, 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

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What year was DS52 XWB registered?

DS52 XWB is a 2002 Suzuki VL1500, first registered on 1 October 2002.

Is DS52 XWB safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS52 XWB shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DS52 XWB have outstanding finance?

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