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B9 RUB

2007 Suzuki VL800

Silver Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2026
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

20,818 mi
Last recorded20,818 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2025
Typical for 2007 Suzuki VL8008,837 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB9 RUB
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL800
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2025 20,818 miles
Pass 28 May 2024 20,803 miles
Fail 15 May 2024 20,784 miles

Front Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

Front Brake lever has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))

Pass 8 Mar 2021 20,670 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 8 Mar 2021 20,670 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Sep 2019 20,650 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 21 Sep 2019 20,650 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Sep 2018 20,033 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 29 Sep 2018 20,033 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Sep 2017 22,880 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 28 Sep 2017 22,880 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 30 Sep 2016 18,813 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Oct 2015 17,840 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 7,224 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 10 Aug 2013 3,882 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 18 Sep 2012 7,403 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Jul 2011 7,393 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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B9 RUB is a 2007 Suzuki VL800 in Silver with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2007 Suzuki VL800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.2% with a typical mileage of 8,837 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 B9 RUB, 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 19 years old, this Suzuki VL800 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was B9 RUB registered?

B9 RUB is a 2007 Suzuki VL800, first registered on 31 December 2007.

Is B9 RUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for B9 RUB shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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