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V436 ECW

1999 Suzuki VL1500

Grey Petrol 1462cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

24,063 mi
Last recorded24,063 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 1999 Suzuki VL150021,935 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV436 ECW
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL1500
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,462cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 24,063 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2025 23,461 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2024 22,981 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 22,672 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2022 22,205 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 21,759 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 21,756 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush upper bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 5 Aug 2019 21,720 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 21,668 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 21,516 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 30 Mar 2017 21,516 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 28 Apr 2016 21,206 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 20,730 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 19,114 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Apr 2013 17,642 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 May 2012 16,232 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Mar 2011 16,101 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 15,383 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2009 13,058 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 11,162 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 23 Feb 2007 8,794 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 8,134 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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V436 ECW is a 1999 Suzuki VL1500 in Grey with a 1,462cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

Across all 1999 Suzuki VL1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 21,935 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 V436 ECW, 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 27 years old, this Suzuki VL1500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was V436 ECW registered?

V436 ECW is a 1999 Suzuki VL1500, first registered on 8 September 1999.

Is V436 ECW safe to buy?

The MOT history for V436 ECW shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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