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NJ02 JEB

2002 Suzuki VL800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

33,796 mi
Last recorded33,796 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Suzuki VL80013,739 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ02 JEB
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL800
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc
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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 33,796 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2026 33,796 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

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

Pass 18 Apr 2024 33,671 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 33,331 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 31,612 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2017 30,380 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 13 May 2016 29,481 miles

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

Fail 6 May 2016 29,475 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Pass 1 May 2015 26,961 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 22,665 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 9 May 2014 22,665 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 10 May 2013 19,788 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 19,086 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 17,536 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 17,412 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 16,848 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 16,455 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 16,336 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 15,753 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2006 15,753 miles

Offside Lower Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Offside Upper Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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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NJ02 JEB is a 2002 Suzuki VL800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 NJ02 JEB, 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 NJ02 JEB registered?

NJ02 JEB is a 2002 Suzuki VL800, first registered on 27 April 2002.

Is NJ02 JEB safe to buy?

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