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LK03 HSX

2003 Suzuki VL800

Blue Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

40,578 mi
Last recorded40,578 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki VL80011,897 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK03 HSX
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL800
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc
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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2025 40,578 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2024 39,951 miles
Fail 11 May 2024 39,951 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Apr 2022 39,058 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2022 39,058 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Apr 2021 38,374 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2020 38,076 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 37,464 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 36,746 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 36,555 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 36,036 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2015 35,057 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Pass 3 Apr 2015 35,057 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 31,994 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 30,996 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 29,823 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2011 26,558 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2010 21,980 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Pass 3 Mar 2009 18,516 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 13,628 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 10,553 miles

Front Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Mar 2006 5,443 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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LK03 HSX is a 2003 Suzuki VL800 in Blue with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 LK03 HSX, 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 LK03 HSX registered?

LK03 HSX is a 2003 Suzuki VL800, first registered on 17 March 2003.

Is LK03 HSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LK03 HSX shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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