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P565 DDV

1997 Suzuki VZ800

Red Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

16,565 mi
Last recorded16,565 miles
Recorded on5 May 2012
Typical for 1997 Suzuki VZ80016,652 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP565 DDV
MakeSuzuki
ModelVZ800
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 May 2012 16,565 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 15,891 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Feb 2009 15,877 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 13 Feb 2009 15,877 miles

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

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Feb 2008 15,419 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2006 13,464 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2005 12,445 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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P565 DDV is a 1997 Suzuki VZ800 in Red with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 P565 DDV, 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 P565 DDV registered?

P565 DDV is a 1997 Suzuki VZ800, first registered on 12 February 1997.

Is P565 DDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P565 DDV shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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