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P354 DEP

1997 Suzuki VZ800

Green Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Oct 2026
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

50,466 mi
Last recorded50,466 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki VZ80016,652 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP354 DEP
MakeSuzuki
ModelVZ800
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 16 Oct 2025 50,466 miles

Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

motorcycle running on one cylinder

Pass 27 Sep 2024 50,079 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Sep 2023 49,294 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 30 Sep 2022 48,562 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 47,752 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2020 46,729 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 44,326 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 43,098 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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P354 DEP is a 1997 Suzuki VZ800 in Green with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P354 DEP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P354 DEP registered?

P354 DEP is a 1997 Suzuki VZ800, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P354 DEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P354 DEP shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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