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P81 TCV

1997 Suzuki VZ800

Green Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jul 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,947 mi
Last recorded18,947 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2025
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

RegistrationP81 TCV
MakeSuzuki
ModelVZ800
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 9 Jul 2025 18,947 miles

cracking to rear tyre sidewalls

Pass 25 Jun 2024 18,638 miles

slight cracking to rear tyre sidewalls

Pass 18 Apr 2023 18,175 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Slight cracking in sidewalls of rear tyre

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 13 Aug 2021 17,833 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2020 17,523 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 17,087 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 17,038 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 11 Aug 2011 15,868 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 14,059 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 13,526 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nail in rear tyre

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

slight cracking in rear tyre

Pass 18 Jun 2007 11,935 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 10,694 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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P81 TCV is a 1997 Suzuki VZ800 in Green with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P81 TCV, 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 P81 TCV registered?

P81 TCV is a 1997 Suzuki VZ800, first registered on 1 June 1997.

Is P81 TCV safe to buy?

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