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L254 AVL

1994 Suzuki VX800

Red Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

26,771 mi
Last recorded26,771 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2024
Typical for 1994 Suzuki VX80027,902 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL254 AVL
MakeSuzuki
ModelVX800
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2024 26,771 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2023 26,348 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2022 26,144 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 24,995 miles

Very slight bend on both fork legs, does not effect suspension operation

Fail 10 Apr 2018 24,995 miles

Floor brake test indicates a binding brake Rear brake binding (3.3.C2c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 12 Apr 2017 24,548 miles

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

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 11 Sep 2015 24,359 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2015 24,355 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 12 Aug 2014 22,757 miles

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

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 8 Aug 2013 21,503 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2012 20,370 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2011 18,960 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 22 Jul 2010 17,874 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2009 16,074 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 25 Jul 2008 14,422 miles

Front Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Fail 16 Jul 2008 14,417 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Brake disc(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1g) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e) DANGEROUS

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake component damaged but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Front Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

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

Pass 22 May 2007 11,664 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2007 11,659 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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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L254 AVL is a 1994 Suzuki VX800 in Red with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1994 Suzuki VX800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 27,902 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 L254 AVL, 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 32 years old, this Suzuki VX800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L254 AVL registered?

L254 AVL is a 1994 Suzuki VX800, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is L254 AVL safe to buy?

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