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EU55 OLJ

2005 Suzuki Vl 800 K5

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

23,240 mi
Last recorded23,240 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Vl 800 K511,157 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU55 OLJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelVl 800 K5
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 23,240 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2025 23,171 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2023 22,662 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2021 22,418 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 22,186 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 18 Aug 2020 22,169 miles

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 Apr 2019 21,704 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2019 21,703 miles

Stop lamp not working lever (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Feb 2018 21,130 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 20,460 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2017 20,460 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2016 18,445 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 16,016 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 14,829 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2013 12,733 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2012 12,401 miles

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

Fail 16 Aug 2011 10,583 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 16 Aug 2011 10,583 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Vl 800 K5?

Based on 1,398 MOT tests across 125 vehicles.

91.6%
Pass Rate
544
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
125
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 11
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 4
Registration plate incorrect 3
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EU55 OLJ is a 2005 Suzuki Vl 800 K5 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki Vl 800 K5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.3% with a typical mileage of 11,157 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 Vl 800 K5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 11 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EU55 OLJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Vl 800 K5 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Suzuki Vl 800 K5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was EU55 OLJ registered?

EU55 OLJ is a 2005 Suzuki Vl 800 K5, first registered on 2 November 2005.

Is EU55 OLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU55 OLJ shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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