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KE53 LHT

2004 Suzuki VL800

White Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

23,015 mi
Last recorded23,015 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2004 Suzuki VL80011,935 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE53 LHT
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL800
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 23,015 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2024 22,116 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2023 20,419 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2022 19,034 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2021 17,818 miles

fuel cap seal slightly perished

rear tyre perished

Pass 18 Sep 2020 17,112 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 17,012 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 16,458 miles

exhaust slightly noisey

Pass 31 Jul 2017 15,865 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Jul 2016 15,577 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 14,844 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 17 Jul 2014 14,645 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Jul 2013 13,869 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Jul 2012 12,424 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2011 9,259 miles

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 2 Mar 2011 9,259 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 9,097 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 8,368 miles

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

Fail 9 May 2008 8,367 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 6 Mar 2007 6,788 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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KE53 LHT is a 2004 Suzuki VL800 in White with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2004 Suzuki VL800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 11,935 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 KE53 LHT, 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 22 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 KE53 LHT registered?

KE53 LHT is a 2004 Suzuki VL800, first registered on 13 February 2004.

Is KE53 LHT safe to buy?

The MOT history for KE53 LHT shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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