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V690 ECY

1999 Suzuki VL125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2023
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

23,755 mi
Last recorded23,755 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2022
Typical for 1999 Suzuki VL12515,175 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV690 ECY
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2022 23,755 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 Nov 2018 23,717 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 1 Nov 2017 23,630 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2017 23,630 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 30 Nov 2016 23,540 miles

Rear Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 30 Nov 2016 23,540 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 12 May 2015 23,418 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2015 23,418 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 22,563 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 21 May 2013 21,635 miles

Centre Front Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 24 May 2012 21,168 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 19,887 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 17 May 2010 18,941 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 19 May 2009 17,717 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 19 May 2009 17,717 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 29 May 2008 16,380 miles

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

Fail 14 May 2007 14,381 miles

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 14 May 2007 14,381 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 11,342 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

How Reliable is the Suzuki VL125?

Based on 18,629 MOT tests across 1,764 vehicles.

77.7%
Pass Rate
767
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
1,764
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Drive chain excessively loose 350
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 333
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 310
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 288
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 261
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V690 ECY is a 1999 Suzuki VL125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 1999 Suzuki VL125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 15,175 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 VL125 fails its MOT is drive chain excessively loose, accounting for 350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V690 ECY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki VL125 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 27 years old, this Suzuki VL125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was V690 ECY registered?

V690 ECY is a 1999 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is V690 ECY safe to buy?

The MOT history for V690 ECY shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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