CarVerify

Free Car Check

DN51 XBL

2002 Suzuki VL800

Black Petrol 800cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

16,982 mi
Last recorded16,982 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2017
Typical for 2002 Suzuki VL80013,739 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN51 XBL
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL800
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2017 16,982 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 5 Aug 2016 16,830 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 13 Jul 2015 16,449 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Jul 2014 15,593 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 11,105 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 31 May 2012 10,410 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Fail 28 May 2012 10,376 miles

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)

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

Pass 17 Mar 2011 8,356 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2009 7,430 miles

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

Fail 29 Sep 2008 7,092 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2008 7,092 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 5,860 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Pass 20 Mar 2006 3,162 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
Full Suzuki VL800 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

DN51 XBL is a 2002 Suzuki VL800 in Black with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 DN51 XBL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DN51 XBL?

You can check the full history of DN51 XBL by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was DN51 XBL registered?

DN51 XBL is a 2002 Suzuki VL800, first registered on 1 February 2002.

Is DN51 XBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN51 XBL shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DN51 XBL have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on DN51 XBL. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.