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HF04 RYZ

2004 Suzuki VL1500

Black Petrol 1462cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jul 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

35,925 mi
Last recorded35,925 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2025
Typical for 2004 Suzuki VL150015,519 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF04 RYZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL1500
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,462cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2025 35,925 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 8 Mar 2024 35,476 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 Mar 2023 34,477 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Mar 2022 32,728 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 Mar 2021 31,289 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 Feb 2020 29,735 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Nov 2018 24,697 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

bolt missing from rear brake cylinder mounting bracket.

Fail 9 Nov 2018 24,697 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

bolt missing from rear brake cylinder mounting bracket.

Pass 1 Nov 2017 18,118 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 10,852 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 6 Nov 2015 6,809 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2014 3,211 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 2,827 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 2,664 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 2,387 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2007 2,181 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2007 2,181 miles

Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (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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HF04 RYZ is a 2004 Suzuki VL1500 in Black with a 1,462cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 HF04 RYZ, 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 HF04 RYZ registered?

HF04 RYZ is a 2004 Suzuki VL1500, first registered on 6 July 2004.

Is HF04 RYZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF04 RYZ shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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