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P69 DRS

1997 Suzuki VZ800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

19,446 mi
Last recorded19,446 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2015
Typical for 1997 Suzuki VZ80016,652 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP69 DRS
MakeSuzuki
ModelVZ800
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Fail 3 Jul 2015 19,446 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2015 19,446 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 17,436 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Fail 12 Sep 2013 17,435 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 14 Apr 2012 17,420 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 26 Apr 2011 17,007 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Apr 2010 16,164 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2010 16,164 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 29 Apr 2009 15,776 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 15,283 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 14,992 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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P69 DRS is a 1997 Suzuki VZ800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 P69 DRS, 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 P69 DRS registered?

P69 DRS is a 1997 Suzuki VZ800, first registered on 13 February 1997.

Is P69 DRS safe to buy?

The MOT history for P69 DRS shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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