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P514 BDF

1997 Suzuki VZ800

Red Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

42,824 mi
Last recorded42,824 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki VZ80016,652 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP514 BDF
MakeSuzuki
ModelVZ800
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 42,824 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2025 41,051 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2024 39,035 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2022 37,308 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 13 Oct 2021 35,799 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Rear mudguard/sub frame slightly loose

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 12 Oct 2021 35,799 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Rear mudguard/sub frame slightly loose

Pass 15 Oct 2020 30,301 miles

Central Front Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement swing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Pillion seat slightly loose seat/backrest (6.2.6 (a) (ii))

chain dry

Pass 13 Aug 2019 24,892 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 24,875 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 23,927 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 22,578 miles
Fail 25 May 2017 22,578 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 10 May 2007 21,265 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 20,013 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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P514 BDF is a 1997 Suzuki VZ800 in Red with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 P514 BDF, 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 P514 BDF registered?

P514 BDF is a 1997 Suzuki VZ800, first registered on 26 March 1997.

Is P514 BDF safe to buy?

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