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DS53 TKA

2004 Suzuki VL1500

Silver Petrol 1462cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,368 mi
Last recorded34,368 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 Suzuki VL150015,519 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS53 TKA
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL1500
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,462cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 18 Mar 2026 34,368 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2024 33,486 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2023 32,218 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2022 31,339 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 29,989 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 29,942 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 29,755 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 29,385 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Aug 2016 28,661 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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DS53 TKA is a 2004 Suzuki VL1500 in Silver with a 1,462cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 DS53 TKA, 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 TKA registered?

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

Is DS53 TKA safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS53 TKA shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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