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FJ04 LLF

2004 Suzuki VL800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

13,020 mi
Last recorded13,020 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 Suzuki VL80011,935 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ04 LLF
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL800
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 13,020 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 21 May 2025 12,840 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Apr 2024 12,531 miles

Front Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 6 May 2023 12,070 miles

Front Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 10 May 2022 11,443 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Position lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Apr 2022 11,432 miles

Headlamp light intensity severely reduced dipped beam (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Position lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2021 10,182 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Position lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Stop lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 18 May 2018 8,001 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Apr 2017 4,263 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 27 Apr 2016 142 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2016 142 miles

Centre Front Tyre has a lump caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 16 Sep 2014 127 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 11 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2012 17,018 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2012 14,717 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2010 13,803 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2009 6,466 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2009 6,466 miles

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

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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FJ04 LLF is a 2004 Suzuki VL800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2004 Suzuki VL800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 11,935 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 FJ04 LLF, 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 22 years old, this Suzuki VL800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FJ04 LLF registered?

FJ04 LLF is a 2004 Suzuki VL800, first registered on 23 June 2004.

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