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P800 JJW

1997 Suzuki VZ800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

4,772 mi
Last recorded4,772 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki VZ80016,652 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP800 JJW
MakeSuzuki
ModelVZ800
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc
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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2025 4,772 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2024 4,734 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2023 4,464 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Sep 2022 3,321 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 2,105 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 12,900 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2019 12,142 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2019 12,138 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 Aug 2018 8,445 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 7,077 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play swinging arm (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 29 Mar 2010 7,018 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 6,999 miles

Centre Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 4 Aug 2007 6,991 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 6,962 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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P800 JJW is a 1997 Suzuki VZ800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 P800 JJW, 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 P800 JJW registered?

P800 JJW is a 1997 Suzuki VZ800, first registered on 26 June 1997.

Is P800 JJW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P800 JJW shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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