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FN04 BVX

2004 Suzuki VL1500

Black Petrol 1462cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2025
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

45,017 mi
Last recorded45,017 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2024
Typical for 2004 Suzuki VL150015,519 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN04 BVX
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL1500
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,462cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2024 45,017 miles
Pass 11 May 2023 30,661 miles
Pass 20 May 2022 18,632 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 8,872 miles
Fail 28 May 2021 8,872 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Jul 2020 8,291 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2019 6,749 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 5,085 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 2,775 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 1,188 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 1,025 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 899 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 686 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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FN04 BVX is a 2004 Suzuki VL1500 in Black with a 1,462cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 FN04 BVX, 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.

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What year was FN04 BVX registered?

FN04 BVX is a 2004 Suzuki VL1500, first registered on 1 May 2004.

Is FN04 BVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FN04 BVX shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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