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P221 WDE

1997 Suzuki VZ800

Red Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

36,401 mi
Last recorded36,401 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki VZ80016,652 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP221 WDE
MakeSuzuki
ModelVZ800
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 36,401 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2024 36,242 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2024 36,242 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 28 Jul 2023 36,137 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2022 36,044 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2021 35,927 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 Jul 2020 35,400 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 34,951 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 34,398 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2017 34,110 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 33,175 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 32,476 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 31,456 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 30,570 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 30,262 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 22 Jul 2011 29,925 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 22 Jul 2011 29,925 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 29,160 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 27,694 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 26,941 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 28 Jul 2007 26,150 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 28 Jul 2007 26,150 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 29 Jul 2006 24,274 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2006 24,274 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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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P221 WDE is a 1997 Suzuki VZ800 in Red with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P221 WDE, 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 P221 WDE registered?

P221 WDE is a 1997 Suzuki VZ800, first registered on 1 May 1997.

Is P221 WDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P221 WDE shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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