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DS53 TCV

2004 Suzuki VL1500

Blue Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

35,148 mi
Last recorded35,148 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Suzuki VL150015,519 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS53 TCV
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL1500
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc
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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 35,148 miles

rear tyre old and deteriorating

Pass 28 May 2025 35,045 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Mar 2024 34,770 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2023 34,497 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2022 34,177 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 33,607 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2021 33,607 miles

Front Tyre designed for front wheel use fitted to the rear wheel rear use only tyre on front (5.2.3 (a))

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Dec 2019 33,597 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2019 31,869 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2017 29,380 miles

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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DS53 TCV is a 2004 Suzuki VL1500 in Blue with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2004 Suzuki VL1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.7% with a typical mileage of 15,519 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 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 DS53 TCV, 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 22 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 DS53 TCV registered?

DS53 TCV is a 2004 Suzuki VL1500, first registered on 31 December 2004.

Is DS53 TCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS53 TCV shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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