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KS03 JWC

2003 Suzuki VL800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

31,926 mi
Last recorded31,926 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki VL80011,897 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS03 JWC
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL800
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2026 31,926 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2025 31,549 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024 31,322 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2022 30,922 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 30,508 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2021 30,508 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2020 30,500 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 25,961 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 27,515 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 25,834 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 25,735 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2016 25,735 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Horn control defective (1.7.2a)

Pass 17 Apr 2016 24,092 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 21,895 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 16,555 miles
Fail 10 May 2014 16,555 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 4 May 2013 11,978 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 11,750 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 11,198 miles
Fail 5 May 2011 11,198 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 6 May 2010 10,871 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 10,508 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 10,136 miles
Fail 14 May 2008 10,136 miles

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 2 Mar 2007 8,519 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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KS03 JWC is a 2003 Suzuki VL800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 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 KS03 JWC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KS03 JWC registered?

KS03 JWC is a 2003 Suzuki VL800, first registered on 28 August 2003.

Is KS03 JWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS03 JWC shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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