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P689 OLN

1997 Suzuki VZ800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Sep 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

35,732 mi
Last recorded35,732 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki VZ80016,652 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP689 OLN
MakeSuzuki
ModelVZ800
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 35,732 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2025 35,732 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Sep 2024 32,727 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 19 Sep 2024 32,727 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Sep 2023 30,156 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2023 30,156 miles

Drive chain horseshoe locking device likely to become detached Missing (6.1.7 (j) (ii))

Pass 16 Sep 2022 29,927 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 29,674 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2020 29,534 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 29,420 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 20 Sep 2019 29,420 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Sep 2018 28,624 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 28,560 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 28,449 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 28,250 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 28,058 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 27,821 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2011 27,606 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 27,462 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 27,272 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 26,888 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 25,937 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2007 25,937 miles

Rear Steering linkage has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 24 Jul 2006 25,117 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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P689 OLN is a 1997 Suzuki VZ800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 P689 OLN, 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 P689 OLN registered?

P689 OLN is a 1997 Suzuki VZ800, first registered on 23 July 1997.

Is P689 OLN safe to buy?

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