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P642 GPF

1997 Suzuki VZ800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2026
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

8,965 mi
Last recorded8,965 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki VZ80016,652 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP642 GPF
MakeSuzuki
ModelVZ800
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2025 8,965 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 8,941 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2024 8,941 miles

Headlamp aim too high Aim adjusted. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Dec 2020 8,781 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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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P642 GPF is a 1997 Suzuki VZ800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P642 GPF, 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 P642 GPF registered?

P642 GPF is a 1997 Suzuki VZ800, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P642 GPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P642 GPF shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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