Suzuki Vz 800 ZK9 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Suzuki Vz 800 ZK9 reliable? We analysed 1,050 real MOT tests across 105 vehicles to find out.
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The Suzuki Vz 800 ZK9 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies and roller brake test the less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%.. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Suzuki Vz 800 ZK9.
Suzuki Vz 800 ZK9 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Suzuki Vz 800 ZK9. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Suzuki Vz 800 ZK9 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Suzuki Vz 800 ZK9 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Suzuki Vz 800 ZK9 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Suzuki Vz 800 ZK9 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Suzuki Vz 800 ZK9 Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Suzuki Vz 800 ZK9 models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Suzuki Vz 800 ZK9 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Suzuki Vz 800 ZK9 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Suzuki Vz 800 ZK9 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Suzuki Vz 800 ZK9 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 353 | 92.9% | 4,414 | 8,789 | 14,716 |
| 2009 | 618 | 91.1% | 4,999 | 8,616 | 14,228 |
Suzuki Vz 800 ZK9 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Suzuki Vz 800 ZK9 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Suzuki Vz 800 ZK9
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
92.9% MOT pass rate from 353 tests
91.1% MOT pass rate from 618 tests
The best year to buy a used Suzuki Vz 800 ZK9 is 2010, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 92.9% across 353 tests. The 2009 model year has the lowest pass rate at 91.1% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Suzuki Vz 800 ZK9 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suzuki Vz 800 ZK9 THIS CAR | 91.9% | 1,050 | 8,806 mi | 17 yrs |
| Suzuki Swift | 76.1% | 2,247,517 | 51,601 mi | 31 yrs |
| Suzuki Alto | 74% | 1,154,186 | 41,167 mi | 28 yrs |
| Suzuki Grand Vitara | 76.2% | 1,025,634 | 67,542 mi | 28 yrs |
| Ford C-max Style | 80.8% | 890 | 93,599 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Suzuki Swift (76.1% pass rate) and the Suzuki Alto (74.0% pass rate), the Suzuki Vz 800 ZK9 outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Suzuki Vz 800 ZK9 has an overall MOT pass rate of 91.9% across 1,050 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Suzuki Vz 800 ZK9 are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (6 recorded failures), stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (2), and roller brake test the less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (1). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is valve stem seriously damaged. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Suzuki Vz 800 ZK9 with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Suzuki Vz 800 ZK9 owner drives around 555 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Suzuki Vz 800 ZK9 models stay on UK roads for around 17 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.