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FY52 LYK

2002 Suzuki VL800

Multi-colour Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

38,931 mi
Last recorded38,931 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 2002 Suzuki VL80013,739 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY52 LYK
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL800
Year2002
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2025 38,931 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2025 38,931 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2024 37,646 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 12 Apr 2024 37,646 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Apr 2023 35,805 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Apr 2022 29,385 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 4 Apr 2022 29,377 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 19 Oct 2020 28,823 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 Oct 2019 28,546 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2019 28,546 miles

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Pass 23 Oct 2018 27,667 miles

noisy exhaust

Pass 25 Oct 2017 26,863 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Oct 2016 26,457 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Oct 2015 25,409 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2014 23,963 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2014 23,963 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 11 Oct 2013 22,839 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 21,777 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 21,239 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 19,384 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 18,198 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 16,798 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 11,873 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2008 10,971 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Jan 2007 3,868 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Oct 2005 3,751 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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FY52 LYK is a 2002 Suzuki VL800 in Multi-colour with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2002 Suzuki VL800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.6% with a typical mileage of 13,739 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 FY52 LYK, 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 24 years old, this Suzuki VL800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FY52 LYK?

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What year was FY52 LYK registered?

FY52 LYK is a 2002 Suzuki VL800, first registered on 6 September 2002.

Is FY52 LYK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY52 LYK shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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