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DS52 AOF

2003 Suzuki VL800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

28,825 mi
Last recorded28,825 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2008
Typical for 2003 Suzuki VL80011,897 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS52 AOF
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL800
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2008 28,825 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2007 27,701 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 4 Apr 2007 27,701 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2006 22,904 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 6 Mar 2006 22,904 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Plate brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.B1a)

Rear Plate brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.B1a)

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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DS52 AOF is a 2003 Suzuki VL800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2003 Suzuki VL800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.2% with a typical mileage of 11,897 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 DS52 AOF, 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 23 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 DS52 AOF registered?

DS52 AOF is a 2003 Suzuki VL800, first registered on 11 February 2003.

Is DS52 AOF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS52 AOF shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DS52 AOF have outstanding finance?

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