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L20 MRF

2003 Suzuki VL800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

23,891 mi
Last recorded23,891 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki VL80011,897 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL20 MRF
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL800
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2026 23,891 miles
Pass 6 May 2025 20,596 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2024 17,699 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 Apr 2023 14,634 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2021 14,626 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 14,559 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 14,452 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 14,368 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 14,357 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 14,311 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Jul 2014 14,292 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Aug 2013 13,496 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 6 Aug 2013 13,490 miles

Rear Wheel spoke missing (4.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Rear Registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Rear Wheel spoke excessively bent (4.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Aug 2012 12,706 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 9 Aug 2012 12,706 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 27 Oct 2010 12,645 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Oct 2009 12,366 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

front tyre has slight perishing of the sidewalls

Pass 28 Oct 2008 9,323 miles

1 exhaust stud missing from offside front exhaust

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

Pass 5 Jul 2007 3,804 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2006 3,033 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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L20 MRF is a 2003 Suzuki VL800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 L20 MRF, 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 L20 MRF registered?

L20 MRF is a 2003 Suzuki VL800, first registered on 9 April 2003.

Is L20 MRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for L20 MRF 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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