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P42 NBK

1997 Suzuki VZ800

Silver Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

11,432 mi
Last recorded11,432 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2010
Typical for 1997 Suzuki VZ80016,652 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP42 NBK
MakeSuzuki
ModelVZ800
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2010 11,432 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

non standard exhaust fitted

Pass 17 Mar 2009 10,619 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 15 Dec 2007 9,747 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 15 Dec 2007 9,747 miles

Front Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 27 Dec 2006 8,416 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2005 7,696 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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P42 NBK is a 1997 Suzuki VZ800 in Silver with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 P42 NBK, 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 P42 NBK registered?

P42 NBK is a 1997 Suzuki VZ800, first registered on 15 April 1997.

Is P42 NBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for P42 NBK shows 6 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.

Does P42 NBK have outstanding finance?

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