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F28 EST

2003 Suzuki VL800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

29,953 mi
Last recorded29,953 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki VL80011,897 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF28 EST
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL800
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 29,953 miles

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

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 29 Oct 2025 29,953 miles

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

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 17 Aug 2024 29,589 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2024 29,561 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Jul 2023 28,614 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2022 28,381 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Mar 2020 28,121 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 Feb 2019 26,710 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2019 26,705 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2018 19,290 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 18,603 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 16,846 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 15,143 miles

Hazard light switch only operating R/H indicators instead of all indicators.

Pass 1 May 2014 14,840 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2013 14,167 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 17 Apr 2013 14,167 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 13,461 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2010 8,762 miles

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 14 Apr 2010 8,762 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 4,179 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2007 3,875 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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F28 EST is a 2003 Suzuki VL800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 F28 EST, 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.

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What year was F28 EST registered?

F28 EST is a 2003 Suzuki VL800, first registered on 9 December 2003.

Is F28 EST safe to buy?

The MOT history for F28 EST shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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