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CA04 YXB

2004 Suzuki VL800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

21,825 mi
Last recorded21,825 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Suzuki VL80011,935 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA04 YXB
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL800
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 21,825 miles

exhaust noisy

Pass 20 May 2025 21,714 miles

exhaust noisy

Pass 8 May 2024 21,634 miles

Front mudgard fixing cracked

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

exhaust noisy

Pass 5 May 2023 21,539 miles

Nearside Rear brake slightly binding

exhaust noisy

Pass 30 Mar 2022 21,279 miles

exhaust noisy

Pass 21 Apr 2021 21,018 miles

exhaust noisey

service brakes only just met requirements

Pass 17 Mar 2015 21,002 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 20,627 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 17 May 2013 36,353 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

front indicator trim loose.

n/s front indicator fouling crash bar on l.h. lock.

strong smell of fuel but no visible leakage.

Fail 17 May 2013 36,353 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

front indicator trim loose.

n/s front indicator fouling crash bar on l.h. lock.

strong smell of fuel but no visible leakage.

Pass 15 Mar 2012 32,273 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2011 31,177 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 10 Mar 2011 31,177 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 19,988 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 15,760 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2007 7,607 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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CA04 YXB is a 2004 Suzuki VL800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2004 Suzuki VL800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 11,935 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 CA04 YXB, 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 22 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 CA04 YXB registered?

CA04 YXB is a 2004 Suzuki VL800, first registered on 9 July 2004.

Is CA04 YXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA04 YXB shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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