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BT08 KYH

2008 Suzuki VL800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

32,919 mi
Last recorded32,919 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki VL80011,798 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT08 KYH
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL800
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 32,919 miles

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 31 Oct 2024 32,333 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 26 Jul 2023 32,177 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 28,669 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 28,492 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 28,482 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Mudguard insecure Bolt missing ()

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Fail 19 Aug 2020 28,482 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Mudguard insecure Bolt missing ()

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Pass 31 Jul 2019 26,663 miles

Front mudguard bolt missing

Rear tyre sidewall slightly cracked

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2018 26,601 miles

slight cracking between treads in rear tyre

Pass 12 Aug 2017 21,793 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 27 Jul 2016 20,796 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Jul 2015 17,059 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 15,916 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Jul 2013 10,460 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 9,984 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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BT08 KYH is a 2008 Suzuki VL800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki VL800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.1% with a typical mileage of 11,798 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 BT08 KYH, 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 18 years old, this Suzuki VL800 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BT08 KYH registered?

BT08 KYH is a 2008 Suzuki VL800, first registered on 28 June 2008.

Is BT08 KYH safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT08 KYH shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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