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GW02 JAB

2006 Suzuki VL800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

32,012 mi
Last recorded32,012 miles
Recorded on3 May 2025
Typical for 2006 Suzuki VL80013,097 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGW02 JAB
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL800
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 May 2025 32,012 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2024 31,810 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2023 31,421 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2021 30,797 miles
Pass 21 May 2021 29,785 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Jun 2020 27,307 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 7 May 2019 24,403 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

front tyre wall perished,

Pass 10 May 2018 24,057 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 23,164 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 21,916 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 20,358 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2012 19,704 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 18,334 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 14,771 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2010 14,640 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Pass 6 May 2009 9,945 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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GW02 JAB is a 2006 Suzuki VL800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2006 Suzuki VL800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.6% with a typical mileage of 13,097 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 GW02 JAB, 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 20 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 GW02 JAB registered?

GW02 JAB is a 2006 Suzuki VL800, first registered on 12 May 2006.

Is GW02 JAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for GW02 JAB shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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