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DS55 LYP

2006 Suzuki VL800

Silver Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

12,516 mi
Last recorded12,516 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 2006 Suzuki VL80013,097 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS55 LYP
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL800
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 12,516 miles

Exhaust noisy end cans (8.1.1 (a))

Mudguard insecure rear bolt mount loose ()

Pass 3 Aug 2024 11,796 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 11,137 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2023 11,137 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Aug 2022 10,461 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 9,946 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2019 9,939 miles

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

Front front tyre starting to perish

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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DS55 LYP is a 2006 Suzuki VL800 in Silver with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2006 Suzuki VL800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.6% with a typical mileage of 13,097 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 DS55 LYP, 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 20 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 DS55 LYP?

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What year was DS55 LYP registered?

DS55 LYP is a 2006 Suzuki VL800, first registered on 1 January 2006.

Is DS55 LYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS55 LYP shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DS55 LYP have outstanding finance?

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