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ML02 OMJ

2002 Suzuki VL800

Blue Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

31,275 mi
Last recorded31,275 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2025
Typical for 2002 Suzuki VL80013,739 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML02 OMJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL800
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2025 31,275 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Perish marks in tread of rear tyre.

Pass 23 Mar 2024 31,173 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Perish marks in tread of rear tyre.

Fail 23 Mar 2024 31,173 miles

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Perish marks in tread of rear tyre.

Pass 29 Mar 2023 30,752 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2022 30,158 miles

Rear Slight oil leak from shaft drive - oil on tyre sidewall

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2021 29,705 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 28,523 miles
Fail 21 May 2019 28,523 miles

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Apr 2018 27,420 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2017 27,200 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 24,782 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 18,462 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 16,247 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 12,741 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 12,706 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2010 12,706 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 15 Jun 2009 12,604 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 12,567 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 12,293 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 11,157 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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ML02 OMJ is a 2002 Suzuki VL800 in Blue with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 ML02 OMJ, 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.

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What year was ML02 OMJ registered?

ML02 OMJ is a 2002 Suzuki VL800, first registered on 24 June 2002.

Is ML02 OMJ safe to buy?

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