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LF02 YPE

2002 Suzuki VL800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

32,208 mi
Last recorded32,208 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 Suzuki VL80013,739 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF02 YPE
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL800
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2026 32,208 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Jul 2025 30,654 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2025 30,654 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Aug 2024 29,940 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2023 29,930 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2022
Pass 24 Jun 2021
Pass 26 Jun 2019 27,941 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2019 27,931 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Jun 2018 26,753 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017
Pass 21 Apr 2016 25,548 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 24,988 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 24,565 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 23,748 miles

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

Fail 4 Jul 2011 23,748 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 5 Jul 2010 22,657 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 20,677 miles

small cuts in rear tyre

Fail 29 Jun 2009 20,666 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

small cuts in rear tyre

Pass 10 May 2008 19,731 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 18,859 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 16,941 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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LF02 YPE is a 2002 Suzuki VL800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2002 Suzuki VL800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.6% with a typical mileage of 13,739 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 LF02 YPE, 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 24 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 LF02 YPE registered?

LF02 YPE is a 2002 Suzuki VL800, first registered on 19 April 2002.

Is LF02 YPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF02 YPE shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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