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J808 BRC

1991 Suzuki VX800

Maroon Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2015
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

41,649 mi
Last recorded41,649 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2014
Typical for 1991 Suzuki VX80030,250 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ808 BRC
MakeSuzuki
ModelVX800
Year1991
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2014 41,649 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

engine misfiring and smoking slightly

rear number plate damaged

Fail 8 Apr 2014 41,649 miles

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

rear number plate damaged

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

engine misfiring and smoking slightly

Pass 2 Jun 2009 41,642 miles

Handlebar slightly corroded. (2.1.1b)

Fail 1 Jun 2009 41,642 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)

Nearside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 3 Oct 2005 37,502 miles

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

How Reliable is the Suzuki VX800?

Based on 3,590 MOT tests across 422 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
537
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
422
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 86
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 44
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 41
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 38
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 24
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J808 BRC is a 1991 Suzuki VX800 in Maroon with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1991 Suzuki VX800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 30,250 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 VX800 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 86 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J808 BRC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki VX800 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 35 years old, this Suzuki VX800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J808 BRC registered?

J808 BRC is a 1991 Suzuki VX800, first registered on 23 August 1991.

Is J808 BRC safe to buy?

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