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L290 WNJ

1997 Suzuki VX800

Black Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

92,012 mi
Last recorded92,012 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2018
Typical for 1997 Suzuki VX80023,659 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL290 WNJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelVX800
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2018 92,012 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2018 92,010 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Steering linkage locking device ineffective speedometer drive incorrectly located (2.1.3 (d))

Front Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Swinging arm pivot (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Dec 2015 91,454 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 11 Dec 2014 90,281 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2013 88,068 miles

Centre Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Centre Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Fail 2 Dec 2013 88,068 miles

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

Centre Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Centre Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Pass 7 Dec 2012 86,486 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 24 Nov 2011 85,107 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 78,688 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2010 78,688 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Dec 2009 73,958 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

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

Pass 4 Dec 2008 68,455 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Pass 10 Dec 2007 65,430 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 61,648 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2006 61,648 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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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L290 WNJ is a 1997 Suzuki VX800 in Black with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki VX800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 23,659 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 L290 WNJ, 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 29 years old, this Suzuki VX800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L290 WNJ registered?

L290 WNJ is a 1997 Suzuki VX800, first registered on 22 July 1997.

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