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R62 TWE

1998 Suzuki VL1500

Black Petrol 1462cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2016
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

25,041 mi
Last recorded25,041 miles
Recorded on9 May 2015
Typical for 1998 Suzuki VL150019,496 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR62 TWE
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL1500
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,462cc
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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 9 May 2015 25,041 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 24,999 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 24,906 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 24,532 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2006 23,854 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Oct 2005 23,318 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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R62 TWE is a 1998 Suzuki VL1500 in Black with a 1,462cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 R62 TWE, 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

How do I check the history of R62 TWE?

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What year was R62 TWE registered?

R62 TWE is a 1998 Suzuki VL1500, first registered on 19 January 1998.

Is R62 TWE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R62 TWE shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R62 TWE have outstanding finance?

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