MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
45,922 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced FRONT BOTTOM OF FRAME (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Front Tyre is unsuitable (5.2.3 (a))
Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Rear Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced FRONT BOTTOM OF FRAME (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)
Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)
How Reliable is the Suzuki VL1500?
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T288 SOO is a 1998 Suzuki VL1500 in Orange with a 1,462cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.
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 T288 SOO, 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.
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T288 SOO is a 1998 Suzuki VL1500, first registered on 31 December 1998.
Is T288 SOO safe to buy?
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