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V79 DHO

1999 Suzuki VL1500

Silver Petrol 1462cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Sep 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

17,475 mi
Last recorded17,475 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2025
Typical for 1999 Suzuki VL150021,935 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV79 DHO
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL1500
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,462cc
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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2025 17,475 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2024 16,890 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2023 15,827 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2022 13,842 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.15 (b))

Upper Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 30 Aug 2022 13,842 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.15 (b))

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

Upper Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2021 12,988 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Sep 2020 11,651 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 3 Sep 2019 9,716 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 9,611 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 9,381 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 9,215 miles

front brake fluid level on min

Pass 3 Nov 2014 9,133 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2013 8,765 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 8,430 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 7,665 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2009 6,550 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 5,940 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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V79 DHO is a 1999 Suzuki VL1500 in Silver with a 1,462cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 V79 DHO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V79 DHO registered?

V79 DHO is a 1999 Suzuki VL1500, first registered on 10 September 1999.

Is V79 DHO safe to buy?

The MOT history for V79 DHO shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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