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CV02 TXG

2002 Suzuki VL800

Blue Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests29 (18 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate62.1%

Mileage

46,539 mi
Last recorded46,539 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Suzuki VL80013,739 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV02 TXG
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL800
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

18 pass 11 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 46,539 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 24 Sep 2024 46,525 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute All Indicators (4.4.4 (a))

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

Fail 11 Sep 2024 46,506 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly Sticking open (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute All Indicators (4.4.4 (a))

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

Pass 8 Jun 2023 44,529 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2022 43,826 miles
Pass 7 May 2021 43,212 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 42,919 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2018 42,699 miles

Rear Wheel corroded but not to excess Spokes (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 17 Nov 2018 42,699 miles

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel corroded but not to excess Spokes (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2017 42,576 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2017 42,576 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 7 Oct 2016 42,513 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear Mudguard accent loose

Fail 27 Sep 2016 42,503 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Mudguard accent loose

Rear Requires adjustment

Pass 6 Oct 2015 42,430 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2015 42,429 miles

Headlamp aim too low too low because lens insecure (1.6)

Headlamp insecure headlamp lens insecure (1.2.3b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp r/left ind flashes when right turn selected (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 26 Sep 2014 42,034 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 42,034 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2013 42,034 miles

Centre Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Pass 20 Apr 2012 40,303 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 27 Apr 2011 38,819 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2010 30,049 miles

Gear pedal bush worn

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 7 Apr 2010 30,049 miles

Gear pedal bush worn

Fail 15 Apr 2009 20,718 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.6)

Oil leaking from sump plug

front brake slightly binding on, but not excessive.

Pass 15 Apr 2009 20,718 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Oil leaking from sump plug

front brake slightly binding on, but not excessive.

Pass 30 Apr 2008 6,735 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2008 6,529 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 16 Apr 2007 4,412 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 16 Apr 2007 4,412 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2006 4,386 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2) DANGEROUS

fog lights fitted on headlight dip --too high and wide

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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CV02 TXG is a 2002 Suzuki VL800 in Blue with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.1%.

Across all 2002 Suzuki VL800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.6% with a typical mileage of 13,739 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 CV02 TXG, 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 24 years old, this Suzuki VL800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was CV02 TXG registered?

CV02 TXG is a 2002 Suzuki VL800, first registered on 25 July 2002.

Is CV02 TXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for CV02 TXG shows 29 tests with a 62.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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