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HF03 OTL

2003 Suzuki VL800

Silver Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2024
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

13,231 mi
Last recorded13,231 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2023
Typical for 2003 Suzuki VL80011,897 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF03 OTL
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL800
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2023 13,231 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2022 12,273 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2021 11,466 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2020 10,685 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2019 9,650 miles

front tyre perished slightly misshaped

Pass 28 Mar 2018 8,692 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 8,534 miles

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

Fail 7 Apr 2017 8,522 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2016 7,963 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2015 7,481 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2014 7,115 miles
Fail 27 May 2014 7,115 miles

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Pass 10 Jun 2013 6,854 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 6,530 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 6,234 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 5,807 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 5,060 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 3,908 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 1,977 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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HF03 OTL is a 2003 Suzuki VL800 in Silver with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 2003 Suzuki VL800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.2% with a typical mileage of 11,897 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 HF03 OTL, 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 23 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 HF03 OTL registered?

HF03 OTL is a 2003 Suzuki VL800, first registered on 14 June 2003.

Is HF03 OTL safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF03 OTL shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HF03 OTL have outstanding finance?

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