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R556 HGU

1998 Suzuki VL1500

Red Petrol 1462cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2023
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

62,137 mi
Last recorded62,137 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2022
Typical for 1998 Suzuki VL150019,496 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR556 HGU
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL1500
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,462cc
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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2022 62,137 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 6 Sep 2021 60,580 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Aug 2020 58,927 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 57,332 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 9 Aug 2019 57,332 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 7 Sep 2018 56,397 miles

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Apr 2017 55,682 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 8 Apr 2017 55,682 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 9 Apr 2016 54,524 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 9 Apr 2016 54,524 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 6 Sep 2014 50,966 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Sep 2013 48,556 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 48,330 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 46,419 miles

allen bolts missing from ns/os pillion footrest hangers.

rear footbrake lever slightly loose on splines.

Pass 3 Feb 2010 41,836 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2009 38,322 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2008 32,555 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2007 31,258 miles

Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 29 Mar 2007 31,258 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 30,793 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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R556 HGU is a 1998 Suzuki VL1500 in Red with a 1,462cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki VL1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 19,496 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 R556 HGU, 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 28 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 R556 HGU registered?

R556 HGU is a 1998 Suzuki VL1500, first registered on 9 June 1998.

Is R556 HGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R556 HGU shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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