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HX03 TFV

2003 Suzuki VL800

Silver Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

26,580 mi
Last recorded26,580 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2020
Typical for 2003 Suzuki VL80011,897 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX03 TFV
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL800
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2020 26,580 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 26,567 miles

Steering operation insecure but not likely to impede the steering Fork guards just hit crash bars on full lock (2.1.4 (e))

Pass 26 May 2018 26,496 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit very close replace asap (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Jun 2017 26,460 miles

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

Fail 3 Jun 2017 26,460 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play spindle not tight (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 15 Jun 2016 26,009 miles

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

lock stops are impeded slightly by the crash bars

Fail 1 May 2015 24,864 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 1 May 2015 24,864 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2011 23,232 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 22,691 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2008 19,777 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Jan 2008 15,006 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2008 15,006 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 15 Jan 2007 5,618 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 4,663 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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HX03 TFV is a 2003 Suzuki VL800 in Silver with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 TFV, 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.

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What year was HX03 TFV registered?

HX03 TFV is a 2003 Suzuki VL800, first registered on 13 May 2003.

Is HX03 TFV safe to buy?

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