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P122 OLR

1997 Suzuki VZ800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2021
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

15,092 mi
Last recorded15,092 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2020
Typical for 1997 Suzuki VZ80016,652 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP122 OLR
MakeSuzuki
ModelVZ800
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2020 15,092 miles

Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 29 Nov 2019 15,091 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim too far to the right Headlight beam kicks of to right instead of left (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Jan 2018 15,090 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 14,809 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 14,573 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 14,406 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 13,644 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 13,497 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 13,052 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2009 11,431 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2008 10,363 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 10,113 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki VZ800?

Based on 15,164 MOT tests across 1,268 vehicles.

85.9%
Pass Rate
550
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
1,268
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 118
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 97
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released 62
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 62
reflector on motorcycle missing 58
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P122 OLR is a 1997 Suzuki VZ800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki VZ800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 16,652 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki VZ800 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 118 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P122 OLR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki VZ800 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki VZ800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P122 OLR registered?

P122 OLR is a 1997 Suzuki VZ800, first registered on 9 July 1997.

Is P122 OLR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P122 OLR shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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