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HX03 DDU

2003 Suzuki VL800

Silver Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

8,377 mi
Last recorded8,377 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki VL80011,897 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX03 DDU
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL800
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 8,377 miles
Pass 6 May 2025 7,375 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2023 6,732 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2023 6,732 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Sep 2022 6,639 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 5,510 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2019 5,509 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Oct 2017 4,192 miles

both tyres showing slight cracking on side walls.

Pass 30 Aug 2016 4,132 miles

Front front tyre slight perrishing

Pass 11 Aug 2015 4,087 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 4,018 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 3,942 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 3,796 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 3,471 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 3,261 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2009 3,002 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 2,716 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 2,605 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 2,172 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2006 2,172 miles

Headlamp aim too high (hotspot upper edge above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.1)

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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HX03 DDU is a 2003 Suzuki VL800 in Silver with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 HX03 DDU, 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 HX03 DDU registered?

HX03 DDU is a 2003 Suzuki VL800, first registered on 21 March 2003.

Is HX03 DDU safe to buy?

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Does HX03 DDU have outstanding finance?

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