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L297 SEU

1993 Suzuki VS800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2010
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

15,070 mi
Last recorded15,070 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2009
Typical for 1993 Suzuki VS80023,953 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL297 SEU
MakeSuzuki
ModelVS800
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2009 15,070 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Nail in rear tyre

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

Fail 4 Nov 2008 15,062 miles

Rear Brake caliper(s) insecure (3.2.A1j)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2007 10,271 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2007 10,271 miles

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

How Reliable is the Suzuki VS800?

Based on 3,043 MOT tests across 333 vehicles.

85.4%
Pass Rate
407
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
333
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 42
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 28
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 18
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 13
Horn not working 13
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L297 SEU is a 1993 Suzuki VS800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1993 Suzuki VS800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 23,953 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 VS800 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 42 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L297 SEU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki VS800 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 33 years old, this Suzuki VS800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of L297 SEU?

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What year was L297 SEU registered?

L297 SEU is a 1993 Suzuki VS800, first registered on 13 August 1993.

Is L297 SEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for L297 SEU shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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