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P504 BCN

1997 Suzuki VZ800

Silver Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

31,071 mi
Last recorded31,071 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki VZ80016,652 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP504 BCN
MakeSuzuki
ModelVZ800
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 31,071 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2025 31,054 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2023 30,379 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive Some links are seized, chain has tight spots (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2021 30,320 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 28,680 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2020 28,674 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak Fork oil seal (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Jun 2019 27,387 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 26,465 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2017 26,034 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 23 Jun 2017 26,034 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too high spot lights too high (1.6)

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 21 Aug 2014 25,067 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 21 Aug 2014 25,067 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Jun 2013 22,401 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 22,198 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2011 21,570 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 1 Jul 2010 20,592 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 18,306 miles

Front Front position lamp obscured but not more than 50% (1.1.1d)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 7 Jul 2009 18,294 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

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

Pass 10 Jul 2008 16,994 miles

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

Fail 8 Jul 2008 16,989 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Rear Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 11 Jun 2007 15,862 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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P504 BCN is a 1997 Suzuki VZ800 in Silver with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 P504 BCN, 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 P504 BCN registered?

P504 BCN is a 1997 Suzuki VZ800, first registered on 2 June 1997.

Is P504 BCN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P504 BCN shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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