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FG08 EEF

2008 Suzuki VL800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

12,744 mi
Last recorded12,744 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki VL80011,798 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG08 EEF
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL800
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2025 12,744 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2024 12,274 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2023 12,196 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 11,848 miles
Fail 17 May 2022 11,848 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 14 Jun 2021 11,799 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2020 11,666 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 11,258 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 10,092 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 9,647 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 8,486 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 8,088 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2013 7,104 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2012 5,417 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 3,882 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 3,855 miles
Fail 3 May 2011 3,855 miles

Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

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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FG08 EEF is a 2008 Suzuki VL800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki VL800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.1% with a typical mileage of 11,798 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 FG08 EEF, 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 18 years old, this Suzuki VL800 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FG08 EEF?

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What year was FG08 EEF registered?

FG08 EEF is a 2008 Suzuki VL800, first registered on 7 April 2008.

Is FG08 EEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG08 EEF shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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