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GJ02 TWV

2002 Suzuki VL800

Blue Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2023
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

26,751 mi
Last recorded26,751 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2022
Typical for 2002 Suzuki VL80013,739 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ02 TWV
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL800
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2022 26,751 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 26,639 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2021 26,639 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 6 Aug 2019 26,603 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 26,592 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 26,503 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 26,292 miles

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

Rear Brake linkage slightly corroded (3.2.A1c)

Pass 31 Aug 2013 24,642 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 22,388 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2012 22,388 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 16 Aug 2011 20,082 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 16,060 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2009 14,059 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 10,682 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 8,560 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2006 6,497 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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GJ02 TWV is a 2002 Suzuki VL800 in Blue with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 GJ02 TWV, 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.

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What year was GJ02 TWV registered?

GJ02 TWV is a 2002 Suzuki VL800, first registered on 30 July 2002.

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