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GK51 SYX

2002 Suzuki VL800

Blue Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

18,530 mi
Last recorded18,530 miles
Recorded on2 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Suzuki VL80013,739 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK51 SYX
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL800
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc
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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 May 2026 18,530 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2025 18,337 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2024 18,289 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 Apr 2023 18,133 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2021 18,033 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 31 Jul 2020 17,435 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 16,916 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 16,805 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 16,244 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 15,054 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 11,958 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 11,295 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 10,069 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 9,785 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 8,376 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 7,796 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 7,345 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2007 7,339 miles

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 28 Jan 2006 6,427 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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GK51 SYX is a 2002 Suzuki VL800 in Blue with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 GK51 SYX, 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 GK51 SYX registered?

GK51 SYX is a 2002 Suzuki VL800, first registered on 2 February 2002.

Is GK51 SYX safe to buy?

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