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GD08 FVC

2008 Suzuki VL800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2024
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

20,893 mi
Last recorded20,893 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2023
Typical for 2008 Suzuki VL80011,798 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD08 FVC
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL800
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2023 20,893 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2023 20,893 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake pedal not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected (1.1.2 (b) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Mar 2022 16,273 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2021 15,963 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2020 15,620 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 14,893 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2019 14,893 miles

Rear Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Apr 2018 14,507 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 13,837 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 12,847 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 9,638 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 7,636 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 6,072 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 5,030 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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GD08 FVC is a 2008 Suzuki VL800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GD08 FVC, 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.

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What year was GD08 FVC registered?

GD08 FVC is a 2008 Suzuki VL800, first registered on 11 July 2008.

Is GD08 FVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for GD08 FVC shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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