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HV55 GXD

2006 Suzuki VL800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

49,117 mi
Last recorded49,117 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Suzuki VL80013,097 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV55 GXD
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL800
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 49,117 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 1 May 2026 49,117 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated Breaking up due to bind (1.1.13 (b))

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 29 Apr 2025 48,484 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 48,471 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 48,009 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 47,418 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 47,224 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Apr 2014 46,575 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 25 Apr 2014 46,575 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Aug 2012 45,595 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2012 45,595 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct stroke width (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 15 Aug 2011 44,226 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Fail 27 Jan 2010 35,980 miles

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

n/s/f indicator damaged

slight brake bind to the rear wheel

Pass 27 Jan 2010 35,980 miles

n/s/f indicator damaged

slight brake bind to the rear wheel

Pass 16 Jan 2009 29,724 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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HV55 GXD is a 2006 Suzuki VL800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 HV55 GXD, 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 HV55 GXD registered?

HV55 GXD is a 2006 Suzuki VL800, first registered on 10 February 2006.

Is HV55 GXD safe to buy?

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