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P688 WGO

1997 Suzuki VZ800

Red Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

17,126 mi
Last recorded17,126 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki VZ80016,652 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP688 WGO
MakeSuzuki
ModelVZ800
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 17,126 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2024 16,569 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2023 15,699 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 14,991 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 14,619 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 14,589 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 14,474 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 14,079 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 13,654 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 13,627 miles
Fail 23 May 2014 13,481 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 23 May 2014 13,481 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 13,259 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 13,156 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 12,885 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 11,288 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 2 Aug 2008 9,978 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 8,744 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2007 8,740 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2006 6,798 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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P688 WGO is a 1997 Suzuki VZ800 in Red with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 P688 WGO, 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 P688 WGO registered?

P688 WGO is a 1997 Suzuki VZ800, first registered on 26 June 1997.

Is P688 WGO safe to buy?

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