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EK03 FVT

2003 Suzuki VL800

Silver Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

9,673 mi
Last recorded9,673 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki VL80011,897 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK03 FVT
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL800
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2025 9,673 miles

Rear Rear tyre has cracking on walls tyre is old .

Pass 9 Aug 2024 9,661 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 9,611 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2022 9,480 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 8,911 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2019 8,578 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 8,516 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 8,350 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 7,909 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2012 7,886 miles

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 11 Jul 2011 7,759 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 6,751 miles
Fail 26 May 2010 6,751 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2009 6,594 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 6,385 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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EK03 FVT is a 2003 Suzuki VL800 in Silver with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 EK03 FVT, 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 EK03 FVT registered?

EK03 FVT is a 2003 Suzuki VL800, first registered on 30 June 2003.

Is EK03 FVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK03 FVT shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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