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Y237 FVW

2001 Suzuki UC125

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2020
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

17,757 mi
Last recorded17,757 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2019
Typical for 2001 Suzuki UC12511,946 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY237 FVW
MakeSuzuki
ModelUC125
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2019 17,757 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2019 17,648 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 30 Jun 2015 13,970 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the suspension (2.3.6a)

Fail 28 May 2015 13,959 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d) DANGEROUS

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c) DANGEROUS

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 20 Jul 2013 12,408 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 20 Jul 2013 12,408 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 10,341 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 9,059 miles

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 30 Jul 2010 8,701 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 21 Apr 2009 7,355 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 6,377 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2008 6,374 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2007 5,484 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki UC125?

Based on 2,089 MOT tests across 304 vehicles.

82.5%
Pass Rate
733
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
304
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 65
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 58
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 35
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 27
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 24
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Y237 FVW is a 2001 Suzuki UC125 in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki UC125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 11,946 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 UC125 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y237 FVW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki UC125 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 25 years old, this Suzuki UC125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was Y237 FVW registered?

Y237 FVW is a 2001 Suzuki UC125, first registered on 9 March 2001.

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