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CN51 OCX

2001 Suzuki VL800

Red Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

38,161 mi
Last recorded38,161 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2016
Typical for 2001 Suzuki VL80015,208 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCN51 OCX
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL800
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2016 38,161 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 13,875 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 13 Aug 2013 29,880 miles

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 13 Aug 2013 29,880 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 21,157 miles

o/f crash bar top bolt sheared off

Pass 4 Nov 2010 18,437 miles

O/S bolt(of 4) has sheared on the crashbar and requires drilling out and replacing

Fail 4 Nov 2010 18,437 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

O/S bolt(of 4) has sheared on the crashbar and requires drilling out and replacing

Pass 6 Nov 2009 12,594 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2009 12,594 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 25 Jul 2008 6,742 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2007 6,484 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2007 6,484 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 29 Aug 2006 6,028 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2005 5,389 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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CN51 OCX is a 2001 Suzuki VL800 in Red with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki VL800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.8% with a typical mileage of 15,208 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 CN51 OCX, 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 25 years old, this Suzuki VL800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was CN51 OCX registered?

CN51 OCX is a 2001 Suzuki VL800, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is CN51 OCX safe to buy?

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