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P227 VAM

1997 Suzuki VZ800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2025
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

34,202 mi
Last recorded34,202 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2024
Typical for 1997 Suzuki VZ80016,652 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP227 VAM
MakeSuzuki
ModelVZ800
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2024 34,202 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2023 34,168 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2022 34,114 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2020 34,005 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 33,991 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 33,959 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 33,660 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 23 Feb 2017 33,641 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 1 Feb 2016 33,639 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 17 May 2014 33,640 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2013 33,640 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 28,414 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 25,722 miles
Fail 7 May 2011 25,540 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2010 19,476 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 13,937 miles
Fail 8 May 2009 13,937 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 9 May 2008 9,579 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 7,368 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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P227 VAM is a 1997 Suzuki VZ800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 P227 VAM, 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 P227 VAM registered?

P227 VAM is a 1997 Suzuki VZ800, first registered on 7 April 1997.

Is P227 VAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P227 VAM shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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