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GR04 TJX

2004 Suzuki VL800

Grey Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Dec 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

35,354 mi
Last recorded35,354 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 2004 Suzuki VL80011,935 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGR04 TJX
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL800
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 35,354 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2025 35,227 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2024 35,044 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 33,663 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2020 32,903 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 30,417 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 27,534 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2017 27,534 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 20 Apr 2016 23,911 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 22,510 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 21,974 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 21,749 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 21,181 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 18,580 miles

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

Fail 2 Apr 2011 18,510 miles

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

Fail 13 Feb 2010 10,216 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)

Pass 13 Feb 2010 10,216 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Jul 2008 14,249 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 9,314 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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GR04 TJX is a 2004 Suzuki VL800 in Grey with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2004 Suzuki VL800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 11,935 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 GR04 TJX, 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 22 years old, this Suzuki VL800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GR04 TJX registered?

GR04 TJX is a 2004 Suzuki VL800, first registered on 5 August 2004.

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The MOT history for GR04 TJX shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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