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K118 TLA

1992 Suzuki VX800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2022
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

14,134 mi
Last recorded14,134 miles
Recorded on11 May 2021
Typical for 1992 Suzuki VX80033,377 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK118 TLA
MakeSuzuki
ModelVX800
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 May 2021 14,134 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2020 13,534 miles

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (2.5mm) (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 20 Apr 2020 13,521 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (2.5mm) (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Feb 2019 12,052 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

throttle has excessive free play

Fail 22 Feb 2019 12,042 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Wheel spindle loose pinch bolt insecure (5.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

throttle has excessive free play

Pass 20 Jun 2017 11,797 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2017 11,757 miles

Front All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Tyre is unsuitable front tyre "rear use only" (4.1.1)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 21 May 2016 9,098 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

nail in rear tyre

Pass 20 Jul 2013 8,836 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

mirrors hit front sceen on full lock

Fail 20 Jul 2013 8,836 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

mirrors hit front sceen on full lock

Pass 6 Mar 2012 8,395 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

headlight on lower limits

rear brake holding on slightly

Pass 13 Nov 2010 5,945 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 1 Dec 2009 2,814 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 2,791 miles

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

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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K118 TLA is a 1992 Suzuki VX800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1992 Suzuki VX800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 33,377 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 K118 TLA, 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 34 years old, this Suzuki VX800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K118 TLA registered?

K118 TLA is a 1992 Suzuki VX800, first registered on 27 October 1992.

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