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NL54 HXX

2004 Suzuki VL800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2023
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

16,173 mi
Last recorded16,173 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2022
Typical for 2004 Suzuki VL80011,935 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL54 HXX
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL800
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2022 16,173 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 6 Jul 2022 16,173 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 10 Sep 2020 15,539 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 10 Sep 2020 15,539 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 6 Sep 2019 15,253 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 5 Sep 2019 15,253 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp AFFECTED BY OPERATION OF INDICATORS. (4.2.3 (b))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements DISPLAYING SILVER DIGITS ON BLACK BACK GROUND. (0.1 (d))

Pass 27 Jun 2018 13,889 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 13,803 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 11,583 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2015 11,578 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 13 Aug 2013 11,148 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2013 11,148 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 31 Aug 2011 10,496 miles

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

Fail 26 Aug 2009 8,947 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 26 Aug 2009 8,947 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2007 5,807 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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NL54 HXX is a 2004 Suzuki VL800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2004 Suzuki VL800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 11,935 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 NL54 HXX, 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 22 years old, this Suzuki VL800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was NL54 HXX registered?

NL54 HXX is a 2004 Suzuki VL800, first registered on 4 September 2004.

Is NL54 HXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for NL54 HXX shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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