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AY53 DFL

2003 Suzuki VL800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jul 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

11,568 mi
Last recorded11,568 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki VL80011,897 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY53 DFL
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL800
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2025 11,568 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 19 Jul 2024 10,606 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 Jun 2023 10,467 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 10,446 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 9,628 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 9,587 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 8,934 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2009 6,001 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2009 6,001 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 2,411 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 2,391 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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AY53 DFL is a 2003 Suzuki VL800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2003 Suzuki VL800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.2% with a typical mileage of 11,897 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 AY53 DFL, 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 23 years old, this Suzuki VL800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AY53 DFL registered?

AY53 DFL is a 2003 Suzuki VL800, first registered on 22 October 2003.

Is AY53 DFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY53 DFL shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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