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NL02 UPZ

2002 Suzuki VL800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

25,447 mi
Last recorded25,447 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2015
Typical for 2002 Suzuki VL80013,739 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL02 UPZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL800
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2015 25,447 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 23,428 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 21,290 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 19,933 miles

rear tyre near legal limit

Pass 29 Apr 2011 17,812 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 14,076 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 12,376 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 11,751 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 10,828 miles

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

Fail 9 Mar 2006 8,705 miles

Centre Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Pass 9 Mar 2006 8,705 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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NL02 UPZ is a 2002 Suzuki VL800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 NL02 UPZ, 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 NL02 UPZ registered?

NL02 UPZ is a 2002 Suzuki VL800, first registered on 5 April 2002.

Is NL02 UPZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for NL02 UPZ shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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