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H197 VVG

1996 Suzuki VX800

Black Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

28,453 mi
Last recorded28,453 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2025
Typical for 1996 Suzuki VX80031,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH197 VVG
MakeSuzuki
ModelVX800
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2025 28,453 miles
Pass 23 May 2023 28,399 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 28,231 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 28,088 miles

light cracking to rear tyre

Pass 20 May 2019 27,740 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 20 May 2019 27,740 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Jun 2018 27,232 miles

Rear slight fluctuation on rear brake test.

Pass 25 Aug 2015 26,946 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 26,094 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2013 25,803 miles

front tyre uneven wear

Pass 23 Apr 2012 25,217 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 24,682 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 24,167 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 23,861 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

front tyre uneven wear

Pass 12 Apr 2008 23,358 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 3 Apr 2007 22,792 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 4 Apr 2006 22,389 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki VX800?

Based on 3,590 MOT tests across 422 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
537
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
422
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 86
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 44
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 41
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 38
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 24
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H197 VVG is a 1996 Suzuki VX800 in Black with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1996 Suzuki VX800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 31,240 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki VX800 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 86 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H197 VVG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki VX800 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 30 years old, this Suzuki VX800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was H197 VVG registered?

H197 VVG is a 1996 Suzuki VX800, first registered on 4 March 1996.

Is H197 VVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for H197 VVG shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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