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P652 PSX

1997 Suzuki VZ800

Yellow Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2018
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

8,836 mi
Last recorded8,836 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2017
Typical for 1997 Suzuki VZ80016,652 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP652 PSX
MakeSuzuki
ModelVZ800
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2017 8,836 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 8,394 miles

Front front tyre has small pieces missing on tread they do not go to the cord

Pass 6 May 2014 8,078 miles
Fail 6 May 2014 8,078 miles

Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 20 Apr 2011 80,687 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 8,046 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2009 8,046 miles

Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Pass 13 Aug 2008 100 miles

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 8 Aug 2008 100 miles

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Brake reaction bracket torque arm is mounted to a front fender brace and is, in the examiners opinion, modified in an unsafe way and is considered dangerous to ride.

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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P652 PSX is a 1997 Suzuki VZ800 in Yellow with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 P652 PSX, 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 P652 PSX registered?

P652 PSX is a 1997 Suzuki VZ800, first registered on 3 May 1997.

Is P652 PSX safe to buy?

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