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J18 MSU

1998 Suzuki VS800

Red Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2009
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

8,540 mi
Last recorded8,540 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2008
Typical for 1998 Suzuki VS80010,050 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ18 MSU
MakeSuzuki
ModelVS800
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2008 8,540 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 8,337 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2008 8,337 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 28 Jun 2007 7,373 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 6,229 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki VS800?

Based on 3,043 MOT tests across 333 vehicles.

85.4%
Pass Rate
407
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
333
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 42
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 28
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 18
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 13
Horn not working 13
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J18 MSU is a 1998 Suzuki VS800 in Red with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki VS800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 10,050 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 VS800 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 42 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J18 MSU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki VS800 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 28 years old, this Suzuki VS800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of J18 MSU?

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What year was J18 MSU registered?

J18 MSU is a 1998 Suzuki VS800, first registered on 17 April 1998.

Is J18 MSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for J18 MSU shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does J18 MSU have outstanding finance?

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