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P275 VDL

1997 Suzuki VZ800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

19,096 mi
Last recorded19,096 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2022
Typical for 1997 Suzuki VZ80016,652 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP275 VDL
MakeSuzuki
ModelVZ800
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2022 19,096 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 6 Mar 2021 19,035 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 May 2019 18,820 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 18,606 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 11 Mar 2017 18,300 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 18,149 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 17,683 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 17,131 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 14,939 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 12,582 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2008 12,582 miles

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 19 Jun 2007 10,021 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2007 10,021 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 27 Jun 2006 9,310 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2006 9,310 miles

Front Brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 5 Jul 2005 8,605 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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P275 VDL is a 1997 Suzuki VZ800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 P275 VDL, 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 P275 VDL registered?

P275 VDL is a 1997 Suzuki VZ800, first registered on 25 July 1997.

Is P275 VDL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P275 VDL shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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