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FX51 KBE

2001 Suzuki VL800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

45,186 mi
Last recorded45,186 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2025
Typical for 2001 Suzuki VL80015,208 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX51 KBE
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL800
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2025 45,186 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Feb 2024 41,146 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 7 Feb 2024 41,146 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Front Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Nov 2011 41,144 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2010 39,915 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 8 Sep 2010 39,915 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 19 Sep 2009 38,603 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2008 36,119 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2007 33,472 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2006 30,982 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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FX51 KBE is a 2001 Suzuki VL800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki VL800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.8% with a typical mileage of 15,208 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 FX51 KBE, 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 25 years old, this Suzuki VL800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FX51 KBE registered?

FX51 KBE is a 2001 Suzuki VL800, first registered on 29 September 2001.

Is FX51 KBE safe to buy?

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