Suzuki VZ800 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Suzuki VZ800 car check
Is the Suzuki VZ800 reliable? We analysed 15,164 real MOT tests across 1,268 vehicles to find out.
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The Suzuki VZ800 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 stop lamp remains on when the brake is released. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Suzuki VZ800.
Suzuki VZ800 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Suzuki VZ800. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Suzuki VZ800 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Suzuki VZ800 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Suzuki VZ800 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Suzuki VZ800 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Suzuki VZ800 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Suzuki VZ800 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Suzuki VZ800 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Suzuki VZ800 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 281 | 94.7% | 3,875 | 7,419 | 12,405 |
| 2010 | 394 | 92.1% | 6,131 | 10,564 | 16,430 |
| 2009 | 725 | 91.9% | 6,258 | 10,632 | 16,481 |
| 2008 | 865 | 90.5% | 5,390 | 10,493 | 17,910 |
| 2007 | 699 | 88.0% | 6,837 | 11,955 | 19,876 |
| 2006 | 742 | 88.0% | 6,338 | 13,442 | 22,354 |
| 2005 | 859 | 88.2% | 7,572 | 12,733 | 20,083 |
| 2004 | 73 | 89.0% | 5,830 | 7,911 | 14,377 |
| 2003 | 66 | 87.9% | 9,782 | 22,087 | 31,574 |
| 2002 | 210 | 81.9% | 4,611 | 9,426 | 19,169 |
| 2001 | 1,053 | 84.2% | 8,402 | 13,966 | 20,267 |
| 2000 | 1,841 | 84.0% | 9,923 | 14,512 | 21,279 |
| 1999 | 2,382 | 84.6% | 9,365 | 14,991 | 22,888 |
| 1998 | 1,816 | 83.2% | 10,197 | 16,267 | 24,646 |
| 1997 | 2,927 | 84.3% | 9,765 | 16,652 | 25,566 |
| 1996 | 50 | 74.0% | 15,136 | 24,800 | 40,836 |
How Long Does a Suzuki VZ800 Last?
Based on 1,268 Suzuki VZ800 vehicles on UK roads.
Suzuki VZ800 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Suzuki VZ800 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 VZ800
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
94.7% MOT pass rate from 281 tests
74.0% MOT pass rate from 50 tests
The best year to buy a used Suzuki VZ800 is 2011, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 94.7% across 281 tests. The 1996 model year has the lowest pass rate at 74.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Suzuki VZ800 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suzuki VZ800 THIS CAR | 85.9% | 15,164 | 14,086 mi | 29 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 |
| Hyundai Tucson SE Connect T-gdi | 88.5% | 15,242 | 26,461 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Suzuki Swift (76.1% pass rate) and the Suzuki Alto (74.0% pass rate), the Suzuki VZ800 outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Suzuki VZ800Should you buy a used Suzuki VZ800?
The Suzuki VZ800 has an overall MOT pass rate of 85.9% across 15,164 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 VZ800 are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (118 recorded failures), stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (97), and stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (62). 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.
A typical Suzuki VZ800 owner drives around 550 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 VZ800 models stay on UK roads for around 29 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.