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AK02 HNW

2002 Suzuki VL800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

11,302 mi
Last recorded11,302 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Suzuki VL80013,739 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK02 HNW
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL800
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc
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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 11,302 miles

Exhaust noisy Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play Slight play in rear wheel bearings (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2025 10,778 miles

Exhaust noisy Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 Apr 2024 10,337 miles

Exhaust noisy Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 30 Mar 2023 8,842 miles

Exhaust noisy Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Mar 2022 6,497 miles

Exhaust noisy Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Apr 2021 5,145 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 8 Jun 2019 5,122 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 Oct 2017 4,829 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 4,549 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 4,083 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 3,728 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2012 3,477 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2011 1,690 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2011 1,690 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 1,666 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 1,534 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2009 1,534 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 9 May 2008 1,414 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2007 800 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki VL800?

Based on 14,095 MOT tests across 1,166 vehicles.

89.5%
Pass Rate
596
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
1,166
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 154
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 57
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 44
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 29
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 24
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AK02 HNW is a 2002 Suzuki VL800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 2002 Suzuki VL800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.6% with a typical mileage of 13,739 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki VL800 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 154 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AK02 HNW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki VL800 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 24 years old, this Suzuki VL800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AK02 HNW registered?

AK02 HNW is a 2002 Suzuki VL800, first registered on 1 June 2002.

Is AK02 HNW safe to buy?

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