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P813 OSF

1997 Suzuki VZ800

Red Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

26,643 mi
Last recorded26,643 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2024
Typical for 1997 Suzuki VZ80016,652 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP813 OSF
MakeSuzuki
ModelVZ800
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2024 26,643 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 26,052 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2023 26,052 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Apr 2022 25,846 miles

Rear Direction indicator light intensity reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 13 Oct 2020 25,836 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2018 25,827 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2015 43,276 miles

Front Outer Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion both forks (2.3.3)

Nearside Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive cush drive (6.2.1e)

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Oct 2014 38,767 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 36,530 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 33,368 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2011 30,652 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2010 29,728 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 29 Oct 2009 28,170 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 27,470 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2007 26,345 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2006 24,531 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2005 22,610 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2005 22,607 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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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P813 OSF is a 1997 Suzuki VZ800 in Red with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 P813 OSF, 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 P813 OSF registered?

P813 OSF is a 1997 Suzuki VZ800, first registered on 1 April 1997.

Is P813 OSF safe to buy?

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