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P51 NLT

1997 Suzuki VZ800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

21,402 mi
Last recorded21,402 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki VZ80016,652 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP51 NLT
MakeSuzuki
ModelVZ800
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2025 21,402 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2024 21,214 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2023 21,199 miles
Pass 11 May 2021 20,599 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2020 19,761 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 18,968 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2018 17,654 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 16,147 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 14,622 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 12,383 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 10,855 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 9,680 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 8,579 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2012 8,570 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 19 Mar 2011 7,091 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Some light spliting in rear tyre.

Pass 1 Apr 2010 5,012 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 4,965 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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P51 NLT is a 1997 Suzuki VZ800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 P51 NLT, 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 P51 NLT registered?

P51 NLT is a 1997 Suzuki VZ800, first registered on 23 January 1997.

Is P51 NLT safe to buy?

The MOT history for P51 NLT shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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