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AP05 NVB

2005 Suzuki VL800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

18,785 mi
Last recorded18,785 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki VL80010,017 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP05 NVB
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL800
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2025 18,785 miles

Rear REAR TYRE SLIGHTLY CATCHING ON MOUNTING BOLTS,ADVISED NEW REAR TYRE AS NOT BELOW LIMIT BUT HAS SIGNS OF WEAR

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 8 Jan 2025 18,785 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear REAR TYRE SLIGHTLY CATCHING ON MOUNTING BOLTS,ADVISED NEW REAR TYRE AS NOT BELOW LIMIT BUT HAS SIGNS OF WEAR

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Tyre fouling another component (5.2.3 (f))

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 4 Jun 2016 16,034 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 15,321 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 23 Oct 2013 13,833 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 12,190 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 10,078 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 8,831 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 7,153 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 19 Jul 2008 5,732 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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AP05 NVB is a 2005 Suzuki VL800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki VL800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.9% with a typical mileage of 10,017 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 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 AP05 NVB, 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 21 years old, this Suzuki VL800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AP05 NVB registered?

AP05 NVB is a 2005 Suzuki VL800, first registered on 16 July 2005.

Is AP05 NVB safe to buy?

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